Ardha kati Chakrasana

The word “Ardhakati Chakrasana” is derived from the Sanskrit word “Ardha” meaning “half”; “Chakra” meaning “wheel” and “Asana” meaning “posture” or “seat”. It is generally known as “Half Wheel pose” in English.

STEPS TO BE FOLLOWED:

• Stand straight with your feet together (for beginners keep your feet apart), hands by the side.
• As you inhale lift your right up above the head.
• As you exhale bend on the left pushing your hip outward on the right.
• Make sure your left arm is completely relaxed.
• Stay in this posture for 7-10 breaths (each breath must be 6-8 seconds).
• Inhaling slowly come to the centre, exhaling drop your hand down and relax.
• Repeat it on the opposite side.

BENEFITS: 

• It helps in strengthening back muscles.
• It helps in relieving constipation.
• It helps in burning the belly fat.
• It helps in improving the flexibility of hip joints.
• It helps in controlling asthma and high blood pressure.

CONTRA-INDICATIONS: 

• Any recent spinal or abdominal surgery.
• Slip disc.
• Chronic spinal disorders.
• Abdominal inflammation.
• Hernia.
• Pregnancy.

DISCLAIMER:- PLEASE PRACTICE UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF YOGA TEACHER/ YOGA EXPERT