Setu Bandhasana(Bridge Pose) Steps, Benefits and Precautions.

Setu-Bandhasana:

Setu Bandhasan means 'make a bridge'. In this posture, thighs, hips, waist and dorsal part are raised in the air. The shape of this posture is similar to the bridge. Hence it was named Setu-bandhasana.

Setu-bandhasana

 

Let's follow the steps given below to do Setu-Bandhasana(Bridge Pose)-

Initial position-

• Go straight down the legs, the feet are straight together, the side of the arm is resting on the floor and palms on the floor.
• Bend the two legs with knees, the legs of the feet are attached to the floor and the edges are close to the hips.
• Hold both ankles tightly with your hands or keep both hands close to the ankles.
• Raise the thighs and backs as conveniently as possible.
• Keep neck and shoulders firmly on the floor, support the body with head, shoulders, arms and legs, maintain the situation as comfortable as possible.

Back into pre situation-

• Leave the ankles grip.
• Bring the thighs down on the floor.
• Straighten the legs and spread the front.
• Combine the legs and bring the arms to the side of the body.

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Remember the following points-

• In the beginning, knees should be kept separate from each other during practice.
• If you are not successful in catching ankles early on, do not be disappointed.

Benefits of Setu-bandhasana(Bridge Pose):

• This asana brings coordination between body and mind and increases concentration.
• It is beneficial to strengthen the lower back and abdominal muscles.
• It widens the chest.
• It removes muscle tension and stiffness and gives energy to the body.
• This posture is beneficial for back pain
• This posture is beneficial for thyroid patients.
• With this posture, the spinal cord is flexible.
• By doing this posture regularly, the thigh and stomach jerk will end soon.
• This seat proves to be beneficial for asthma patients.

Precautions:

• If you are suffering from heart disease, hypertension and excessive obesity, then do not do this asana..

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