About Yoga Postures Mayurasana, Peacock Pose
Meaning of 'Mayura ', is a Sanskrit word - 'Peacock '
. So, mayurasana is a posture which assumes the form of peacock in the asana.
The Peacock is a particularly tough asana and will be practiced with great care and only attempted by people who are in an athletic condition. You can sit in Vajrasana and begin to do Mayurasana.
Alternatively : Sitting with the legs crossed, the hands are placed on the seat about four inches apart, with the fingers pointing backward. The elbows are set against the stomach close to the navel. Tbe legs are stretched back. Bringing the head as much forward as practical the feet are raised together and the body is balanced in a horizontal position.
To get released from the asana is not so complicated ; you can create your own simple method that do not hurt your body. This pose requires extraordinarily flexible hands and wrists and great deal of concentration.
Yoga blocks can be made from a selection of materials like cork, bamboo which are also eco friendly as well as the more common froth. Caution : always be sure to check with your health practitioner if you have any doubts or concerns about the acceptability of this pose for you.
Mayurasana is the best exercise to awakening the Kundalini Shakti.
It's best asana for buttress arms, shoulders, stomach and back. Because of the increased pressure on the stomach the blood is directed to the digestive organs, energizing and toning the liver, pancreas, stomach, bowels and spleen. This is a superb asana for improving digestion.
In this pose blood is concentrated and sent to the digestive organs and which is toned up by the intra-abdominal pressure.
The Mayrasana ( Peacock Posture ) provides exercise to all the parts of the body. In the texts of Hathayoga Mayurasana is highly feted for its power to brighten up the abdominal fire ( jatharagnt ) so that one can digest even poison.
by: Helena Kelliy
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