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Sarvangasana is an important posture in Yoga. This asana affects all parts of body. But it is especially beneficial for the heart. In this article we will know about the best Yoga for heart: Sarvangasana. Its benefits and precautions.

(Hindi version of this article :- सर्वांग आसन कैसे करें?)

Table of content :-

  • What is Sarvangasana?
  • How to perform?
  • Health benefits of sarvangasana.
  • Precautions.
  • Prohibitions of Sarvangasana.

What is the Sarvangasana?

Sarvangasana is a beneficial posture in Yoga. It is also known as "Shoulder Stand Yoga Pose."  Sarvangasana is a Sanskrit word. It is made up of three words :- Sarva + Anga + Asana. Sarva means "whole", Anga means "Part of the body" and Asana means "pose." This posture affects all parts of the body. That is why it is called Sarvangasana.

Method of Sarvangasana.

  • Lie down on your back. Keep the hands near the waist. Keep the knees together. Slowly rise the legs up. The knees should be straight. Stay for a while after the legs are fully raised. 
  • Move the legs towards the head. Stay in the position of Halasna for a while.
  • Bring the legs up.And point the feet towards the sky. Keep the hands on back. Support the back and lift the back. Keep the paws stretched. Stay in this position according to your ability.

  • Slowly come back keeping the knees straight. Put the feet down slowly. Take a rest.

Health benefits of Sarvangasana.

This Asana affects almost all parts of the body. It is beneficial for the whole body. But it is most beneficial for the heart. There are many health benefits of this Asana.

  • By performing this Asana, blood circulation becomes regulated. More blood flows towards the heart and brain. It keeps the heart healthy and beneficial for the brain.

  • This Asana affects the thyroid gland. It is beneficial for thyrod problems.

  • This Asana keeps the blood-pressure normal.

  • It strengthens the digestive system.

  • It is effective on ENT (Ear-Nose-Throat).

Precautions of Sarvangasana.

This is a beneficial Asana but it should be performed with some precautions.

This Asana should be performed easily. Do not perform this Asana forcefully. It can be harmful.

Go slowly to the final position of the Asana, stay according to the capacity and come back slowly.

Prohibitions for some people.

This Asana is prohibited for some people. These people should not perform this asana :--

  • Heart patients.
  • High blood pressure patients.
  • Asthma patients.
  • Intestinal and hernia patients.
  • After having surgery.
  • Pregnant women.
In the intial stage of the disease, it can be performed with the advice of a doctor.

Article summery :-

sarvangasana is the best Yoga for heart. This asana effects all parts of the body, but it is more beneficial for the heart.

Disclaimer :- 

The purpose of this article is not to cure any kind of disease. Its purpose is only to give the information about Yoga. The asana mentioned in this article is only for the healthy people. Consult a doctor in case of illness.

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