Question

Explain the Procedure, Benefits, Precautions and Contraindications of Vakrasana.

Answer 1

Procedure:

1. Sit with the legs stretched out.
2. Bend the right knee and place the heel near the left knee.
3. Twist the waist to the right; place the right hand behind and the left hand on the right ankle or toe.
4. Turn the head over the right shoulder and hold for 5–10 seconds.
5. Release, straighten the legs and repeat on the other side. 

Benefits:

1. Reduces belly fat.
2. Improves the function of the spinal cord and nervous system.
3. Arrests enlargement of the liver and spleen.
4. Prevents and controls diabetes.
5. Reduces shoulder and back pain and strengthens the kidneys.

Precautions: Do not jerk the spine; keep the hips grounded.

Contraindications: Recent abdominal surgery, ulcer, enlargement of the liver and back injury.