गोरखासन
Gorakhasana
Named after Yogi Gorakha
- Starting Position:
- Padmasana.
- Concentration:
- on the balance of the body.
- Breath:
- normal breathing.
- Repetitions:
- once.
Practice
- Sit in Padmasana. With the help of the hands, come up to balance on the knees.
- Straighten the upper body and bring the palms together in front of the chest. To facilitate balance, concentrate on a fixed point in front of you. Hold the position for 1-2 minutes then slowly come back to the starting position.
Benefits
Improves the sense of balance and ability to concentrate. Gorakhasana calms the nervous system and helps reduce hip displacement.
Caution
This Asana should not be practiced with knee problems or after any meniscus surgery.
