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Half Boat Pose / Ardha Navasan
By FITTR
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PT0S
20 Jun 2022
2022-06-20T12:57:51.000Z
Preparation
This pose helps in rendering the hamstring muscles and improving flexibility of hip joints, toning abdominal muscles and strengthening the arms and spine muscles. To perform this asana, sit down on the floor with your legs outstretched, and feet together.
Method
Step 1
Inhale, bend the left knee, and grab hold of your left foot (or ankle, heel or calf) with both hands
Step 2
Lift and stretch the leg up with the help of the hands
Step 3
Keep the back and knee straight and try to lift your leg as upward as possible
Step 4
Gaze at the big toe and hold the pose for 5 breaths
Step 5
Exhale, and slowly release the leg on the floor
Step 6
Repeat on the other side.
