पद्म कुक्कुटासन
Padma Kukkutasana
Rooster in Lotus
- Starting Position:
- Padmasana.
- Concentration:
- on balance.
- Breath:
- normal breathing.
- Repetitions:
- once.
Practice
- Sit in Padmasana.
- Slide the hands between the thighs and calves and place the hands on the floor. The fingers are spread and point outwards. Transfer the weight forward onto the hands.
- Raise the body and hold the posture for one minute.
- Slowly return to the starting position.
Benefits
Strengthens the muscles of the arms and shoulders. Improves balance and concentration.
Caution
Avoid this Asana with tendonitis problems of the wrist.
