Padahastasana / Hand – Foot Pose(Power Yoga Pose)

Power yoga is a general term used to portray an intense, wellness-based way to deal with vinyasa-style yoga. This yoga takes the physicality of Ashtanga, including bunches of vinyasas. etc. It gives every educator the adaptability to instruct any posture in any request, making each class extraordinary. With its attention to quality and adaptability, power yoga carried yoga into the exercise centers of America.Core Power Yoga franchises hot yoga studios that use power yoga practices as a fitness workout. Padahastasana( the Hand – Foot pose) is the second asana in Power Yoga. 

Padahastasana or the Hand – Foot pose is part of the Sun Salutation series of asanas. It appears as the third pose and the tenth pose in the Surya Namaskara. Hand – Foot pose makes the body flexible at the hips.

How to do Padahastasana (Hand-Foot Pose)? Stand erect and bend the body forward.

1. First, let the arms touch the floor. If it is difficult to take the arms only as far as it is possible without straining. Exhale as you bend forward.
2. Second bring the trunk closer to the legs. Try to touch the knees with the forehead. This may require a lot of flexibility. In the initial stages, take it only as far as it is comfortable.
3. Finally, a mantra should be droned while performing this asana.
4. Hand to Foot pose usually is done as the 3rd pose and the 10th pose.

Benefits of Padahastasana (Hand-Foot Pose)

1. Padahastasana makes the body very flexible. It stretches the back and leg muscles.
2. Helps to eliminate excess belly fat.
3. Improves digestion and reduces constipation. It eliminates many stomach ailments.
4. Makes the spine flexible and tones the nerves strong.

 Drawbacks of Padahastasana (Hand-Foot Pose)

1. Avoid this pose if suffer from any hip injury.
2. Those with Vertigo should be cautious while performing this asana.
3. Those who had any recent surgery of neck, shoulders, abdomen or legs should avoid this asana.