Ardh Chakrasan(Half Wheel Pose) : Benefits, Method, Precautions, Modificati

Ardh Chakrasan Ardh Chakrasan(Half Wheel Pose) : Benefits, Method, Precautions, Modifications

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   Ardha chakrasan (Half-wheel pose)
The term ardha chakra asana is derived from the Sanskrit word. The meaning of the words is Ardha is half, Chakra is wheel,Asana is a pose.
The term Ardhachakrasan means half-wheel pose. we can also call it a half-moon pose as it looks like a half-moon when practicing.
An individual can achieve various benefits if he practices this pose every day. It helps us to keep our limbs and spine strong and flexible. This pose will help in toning our abdomen. It improves the overall health of our abdominals. This pose is easier than chakras. This is a beginner-level backed posture. It will open up our chest. It will strengthen your back and head. This pose consists of the involvement of your neck, head, back, spinal cord, thighs, and hands. It focuses on stretching the muscles of the neck, back, and torso. This asan is known for its front and abdominal stretch. This pose will help you to improve your front upper torso. people with vertigo shouldn’t practice this exercise as it may cause problems to them. The asan is called half chakra because your body performs a half wheel-like shape.
This exercise though cures many problems but if you are suffering from any kind of back pain then avoid practicing this exercise. You need to be very careful while performing this pose to avoid any kind of injury.
Benefits:
Innumerable benefits could be achieved with a regular and proper practice of Chakrasana. It keeps the spine and limbs very strong and flexible, even in old age. It tones and soothes the nerves and improves the circulation of blood in the whole body. It improves digestion and helps relieve constipation, gas, flatulence, piles, and fistula. Intense and full opening in the rib cage tones the entire chest, improving lung capacity. The sense organs, i.e., the skin, sense of smell, voice, hearing, and eyesight are all improved. Circulation to the brain improves. The whole body and mind benefit immensely from this great posture. Intelligence, calmness, memory, attentiveness, willpower, and concentration are developed.

Technique:
Step 1: Stretch yourself while standing straight.
Step 2: Keep your hands on the waist and support your waist.
Step 3: Stretch your neck and bend your head in the backward direction.
Step 4: Bend yourself as far as you can. Inhale and exhale naturally.
Step 5: Remove your hand from the back and stretch them in the same direction.
Step 6: You will feel a gentle stretch on your neck, back, shoulder, hands, and inner thighs.
Step 7: Hold in for 10 seconds to 15 seconds.
Step 8: Relax and get back to the initial position.
Step 9: Repeat this posture at least 5 times. Props and modification:

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