Vakrasana by Yogsachin

        Vakrasana (Simple Spinal Twist)


Sanskrit Name: Vakrasana
English Name: Half Spinal Twist Posture or Twist Posture
Other Names: Twisting Posture, Twist Pose, Vakra Asana, Vakr Asan
The Vakrasana yoga posture helps to tone the nerves around the spinal cord, strengthen our abdomen and stimulate the internal organs. This yoga asana helps reduce belly fat and a major factor in helping diabetics control their blood sugar and lead an active life.
Vakrsana is a simplified version of Ardhamatsyendrasana. Vakrasana is usually recommended for people who are unable to practice Ardhamatsyendrasana.
The Vakrasana posture technique is given below.

How to Do Vakrasana

  • Step 1 Sit on the mat with your legs stretched out in front of you.
  • Step 2 Keep your hands parallel to hips or thighs with palms resting on the floor.
  • Step 3 Bend your left knee at 90 degrees with knee pointing towards the sky, placing the left foot near your right knee. Bring your right hand forward, place it on the outer side of your folded left knee while twisting your waist. Note that your right elbow should be touching the left knee. Now hold your left ankle with your right hand.
  • Step 4 Turn your head to your left and place your left hand flat on the floor, just behind the hip. Hold this position for a count of 30 and breathe normally.
  • Step 5 Now release your hand holding the right ankle and your left twist, turn your head and stretch your legs.
  • Step 6 Keep your palms on the mat in a relaxed position and rest for 10 seconds.
Repeat the same for the other side.

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