Meditation & Yogasana

Dandasana ( दण्डासन ) is also known by different names – ‘The Staff Pose’ or ‘The Base Pose’. This asana is the foundation for all seated poses that helps to overcome laziness and tiredness. In this article, we’ll talk about various such health benefits, steps and precautions for performing ‘Dandasana’. A Sanskrit word ‘Dandasana’ is the combination of two words Danda ( दण्ड ) means ‘Staff‘ …

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Makarasana ( मकरासन ) is also known by different names – ‘Nakrasana‘ or ‘the Crocodile Pose‘. This restorative and healing posture that cools down the body giving your body necessary rest after every intense yoga session. Here, we’ll talk about various such benefits, steps and precautions for performing ‘Makarasana’. The Sanskrit name Makarasana ( मकरासन ) is the combination of two words …

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‘Ardha Matsyendrasana’ or ‘Half Lord of Fishes Pose‘ is also known as ‘Vakrasana’ or ‘‘Half Spinal Twist Pose’. It’s an intermediate asana that helps to prepare your body for deeper back bending and other heart-opening yoga postures. Here, we’ll discuss various such benefits, steps and precautions for performing Ardha Matsyendrasana. The Sanskrit name ‘Ardha Matsyendrasana‘ ( अर्धमत्स्येन्द्रासन ) is the combination of three words …

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Lolasana ( लोलासन ) is also known by different names – Swing Pose or Pendant Pose. This asana is a part of Ashtanga Yoga that promotes a healthy mind-body coordination and provides great stretching of back, biceps, triceps, quadriceps, calves, groins etc. Here, we’ll discuss various such health benefits, steps and precautions for performing ‘Lolasana‘. A Sanskrit name ‘Lolasana’ is the …

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Bhekasana ( भेकासन ) or The Frog Pose is an advanced level of yoga that’s effective to improve flexibility. This pose is a part of Ashtanga Yoga that promotes a healthy mind-body coordination and offers great stretching of ankles, groins, back etc. Here, we’ll discuss various such benefits, steps and precautions for performing Bhekasana. The Sanskrit name, ‘Bhekasana’ is the …

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Kukkatasana or Kukudasana ( कुक्कुटासन ) is also known by different names – Cockerel Pose or Rooster Pose. This asana helps to strengthen shoulders, forearms and wrists and relieve stiffness from sore hips and back muscles. Here, we’ll talk about various such health benefits, steps and precautions for performing ‘Kukkutasana’. A Sanskrit word ‘Kukkatasana’ is the combination of two words Kukkata ( कुक्कुट ) means ‘Cockerel‘ or …

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Garbha Pindasana ( गर्भ पिंडासन ) is also known as Garbhasana ( गर्भासन ) which is translated in English as Foetus in Womb Pose or Embryo in Womb Pose, Foetus Pose or Embryo Pose. It is an advanced yoga posture that improves the flexibility of your knees, hips and ankles. Here, we would discuss various such benefits, steps and precautions for performing Garbha Pindasana. The Sanskrit …

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Ardha Chakrasana or ‘Half Wheel Pose’ is also known as ‘Anuvittasana’ or ‘Standing Backbend Pose‘. It’s an intermediate asana that helps to prepare your body for deeper back bending and other heart-opening postures. Here, we’ll talk about various such benefits, steps and precautions for performing Ardha -Chakrasana. The Sanskrit name ‘Ardha Chakrasana’ ( अर्ध चक्रासन ) is the combination of three words …

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Durvasasana ( दुर्वासासन ) is also known as ‘Sage Durvasa’s Pose’. This pose is a part of Hatha yoga that improves mind-body coordination and offers great stretching of hips, back, calves etc. Besides this, it makes your body stronger and flexible. Here, we will discuss various such benefits, steps and precautions for performing Durvasasana. The Sanskrit name, Durvasasana is the combination of two words – Durvasa ( दुर्वासा ) is the name of …

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