Introduction – Rajakapotasana Yoga Pose Rajakapotasana is an advanced yoga pose derived from the Sanskrit words Raja (king), Kapot (pigeon), and asana (posture). This pose is performed in a seated position. This pose translates to ‘One–Legged King Pigeon’. In this pose the back is bent and the chest puffs up resembling the stance of a pigeon. This variation of a …
Introduction – Himalayan Duck Pose Kāraṇḍavāsana also called Waterfowl Posture or Himalayan Duck Pose derived its name from two Sanskrit words, Karandava (Goosander or Merganser) and Asana (Pose). This pose is a combination of three poses, namely Pincha Mayurasana (Feathered Peacock Pose), Bala Kakasana (Baby Crow Pose) and Padmasana (Lotus Pose). Duck symbolism is closely connected with your emotional state, …
Hanumanasana is derived from the Sanskrit words Hanuman means – a divine Individual and state of Consciousness in the Hinduism Culture called Hanuman and asana means Pose. Hanuman Pose gives flexibility of body, boundless vitality, determined will power, and dynamic concentration of mind. Hanuman is the famous monkey king of the Ramayana. Those who have read the epic might be …
Introduction – Baddhakonasana / Butterfly Pose The name Baddhakoṇāsana is derived from the Sanskrit words Baddha meaning “Bound”, Koṇa meaning “Angle”and asana meaning “Meditative Pose”. Baddhakonasana is widely known as “Butterfly Pose” as the pose resembles a bird called ‘Titali’ (Butterfly). In the Butterfly Pose, the movement of the legs during the posture gives the appearance of a butterfly flapping …
Introduction – Camel Pose Ustrasana is derived from Sanskrit words Uṣṭra meaning “Camel” and Āsana meaning “Meditative Pose”. The camel is among the strongest animals that ever walked on earth; a yoga pose that assimilates it in the spirit of the camel, gives just that… The Heightened Endurance. The asana is known to fix Cardiovascular Disorders, Strengthen the Mind and …
Introduction – Physical and Psychic Powers of Locust Pose The word Śalabhāsana is derived from the “Shalabh” which means “Grasshopper” or “Locust” and asana means “Meditative Pose”. Locust is a symbol of longevity and they are associated with astral travel. They are a solitary animal that forms swarms when hunger or the quest for a habitat calls for it. There …
Introduction – Eagle Pose (Garudasana) Garuḍāsana is derived from two Sanskrit words- Garuda means ‘Eagle’ and Asana means ‘Meditative Pose’. According to ancient tradition, Garuda is the King of the Birds. The Eagle pose, which has been inspired from the legendary Garuda itself, is a beneficial practice for the body, mind and energy. As a power animal, the Eagle is …
