Feeling bloated after a full meal? Tried all possible remedies, but nothing has changed the feeling?
Well, it is time to try Vajrasana! One of the popular Yoga poses that makes your body as strong as Vajra – the diamond. Derived from two Sanskrit words, Vajra and Asana, the yoga posture Vajrasana is performed to cure stomach-related issues.
According to Hindu mythology, Vajra is the weapon of Lord Indra that symbolizes strength and the ability to resist destruction.
Let’s learn deeply about the Vajrasana and how it benefits our body💪
About Vajrasana
This simple yoga asana also called thunderbolt pose makes your body strong and indestructible. Many reports and proven results show that regular practice of Vajrasa can cure different stomach-related issues. One unique advantage or attribute of this asana is you can do it immediately after a meal. There is no particular age limit to perform Vajrasana, hence anyone can practice it daily and achieve many health benefits such as strong digestive organs, elongated spine, improved posture, stronger joints and overall health.
Popular names of Vajrasana
- Thunderbolt pose
- Diamond pose
- Pelvic pose
- Adamantine pose
- Kneeling pose
What are the major advantages of practicing Vajrasana every day?
This yoga pose can bring you many advantages both physically and mentally. To make the most of the Asana, you have to perform it by taking slow and rhythmic breathing. Keep reading to know the health benefits of practicing Vajrasana.
1. Improves your blood circulation
Simultaneous breathing can regulate blood circulation in the whole body, and practicing Vajrasana especially increases the blood flow in the pelvic area. It is the simplest and best yoga pose to increase blood circulation to the entire body.
2. Rectifies your body posture
You need to be sitting firm and straight to do Vajrasa. Regular practice makes your body automatically improve posture and better absorb the benefits.
3. Makes your digestion clear
Digestive organs need to be stimulated for perfect digestion after each meal. Vajrasana can stimulate the organs like stomach, pancreas, and intestines. More blood flow to the stomach areas means increased bowel movements and escape from constipation. Studies and research state that doing Vajrasana can also help remove the problems related to gas and acidity and that means excellent absorption of nutrients. For all these reasons and benefits, you should practice Vajrasana after meals.
4. Save yourself from lower back pain
As mentioned earlier, Vajrasana makes your lower back muscles strong and indestructible, which means you can experience great relief from lower back pain and discomfort. According to certain studies, doing Vajrasana regularly can help you relieve the pain caused by Sciatica and strengthen your lower back.
5. Makes your pelvic muscles strong
Studies state that Vajrasana can increase blood flow to the pelvic area and strengthen the floor muscles over there. Hence, it is highly useful for women who are suffering from stress urinary incontinence.
6. Improves peace and pleasure of mind
Performing yoga regularly assures you great peace of mind and improved concentration. Vajrasana is not different from the scene! Studies state that Vajrasana can best deal with anxiety and depression. It comes with a grounding and calming effect and promotes relaxation and great peace of mind. Hence, your quality of sleep and overall life will be enhanced to a great extent.
7. Decreases your weight
As Vajrasana deals with metabolism and digestion, your body weight will be reduced proportionally. Regular practice of this wonderful asana can help you maintain a healthy weight.
8. Makes your sex organs strong
Vajrasana has been reported to nourish the reproductive organs in the human body as it increases blood circulation in the entire body. It enhances better sexual performance and brings positive results on reproductive health.
Scientific studies have proven that regular practice of Vajrasana can provide women with great relief from menstrual cramps by increasing blood flow to the pelvic area.
How to do Vajrasana?
You can do Vajrasana in your space by following slow and rhythmic breathing. Follow these steps to do the asana correctly:
Vajrasana can be performed soon after lunch or dinner.
- Choose a flat floor to perform this asana.
- Sit on a yoga mat or the bare flat floor.
- Bend knees and leg ankles backward, ensuring that your feet are in line with your legs. Keep the bottom of the feet facing upward and touching the big toes.
- Rest your buttocks on the heels and your thighs on your calves.
- Keep your lower back, including the spine, neck, and head firm and straight.
- Head straight and looking forward, and your chin parallel to the floor.
- Place your right palm on the right knee and left palm on the left knee with the elbows in a straight line.
- Close your eyes and take a deep breath. Inhale for 4 counts and exhale slowly to 8 counts.
- To finish the asana, raise the glutes and thighs of the lower legs and get back to the kneeling position.
- Stand up slowly.
How long you can be in Vajrasana?
Beginners can practice this asana for 3-4 minutes and increase the time to 5-7 minutes as you progress. As you get strong and comfortable, you can increase the time to 15-20 minutes or even more. You can also do it on an empty stomach.
Precautions
Vajrasana is not suitable for people suffering from:
- Knee pain
- Undergone knee surgery
- Slip disc problems
- Stiffness or other issues with the foot, ankle, and knees
- Severe arthritis
Pregnant Women
She should keep more gap between their knees, otherwise more pressure will be put on the abdomen.
Hernia
People should perform Vajrasana under the guidance of an experienced instructor, especially if they have a hernia or other intestine-related issues.
Conclusion
Vajrasana is one of the simple and popular yoga poses that can bring amazing health benefits, such as increased blood circulation, enhanced digestion, better posture, and good absorption of nutrients, stronger joints.
It makes your muscles in the pelvic area and lower back strong. You will experience great relief from menstrual cramps, stress urinary incontinence, and strengthened sexual organs.
When it comes to mental health, Vajrasana decreases stress, calms the mind, and improves sleep quality.
Thus, regular practice of Vajrasana with your children can help improve your overall health both mentally and physically. These health benefits make Vajrasana a valuable addition to your routine.
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