The word “Katichakrasana” is derived from the Sanskrit word “Kati” meaning “wheel”, “Chakra” meaning “wheel” or “rotation”, and “Asana” meaning “posture” or “seat”.

STEPS TO BE FOLLOWED:

• Stand straight keeping your legs hip width apart and toes pointing in the front.
• Now keep your arms stretched at the shoulder level.
• Keep your right hand behind your hip, your left palm on your right shoulder and twist your hip towards your right.
• Stay in this posture for 7-10 breaths (each breath must be 6-8 seconds).
• Now twist your hips infront and get your arms at the shoulder level.
• Repeat it on the opposite side. 

BENEFITS:

• It helps in burning abdominal fat.
• It helps in improving the flexibility of the spine.
• It helps in improving the digestion.
• It helps in curing constipation.
• It helps in combating asthma, cough and tuberculosis.

CONTRA-INDICATIONS:

• Hernia, Slipped disc, Spinal injuries, Cervical spondylitis, any Abdominal surgeries, High blood pressure and during pregnancy one should avoid this asana.

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