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One Leg Raised Pose/ Eka Pada Uttana Padasana
By FITTR
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20 Jun 2022
2022-06-20T12:57:55.000Z
Preparation
This pose helps in strengthening the abdominal muscles, digestive system and lower back and massaging the abdominal organs. Let's look at the steps: Lie down on your back with your hands beside the hips, palms facing downwards.
Method
Step 1
Inhale, and raise your left leg up to 90 degrees
Step 2
Keep your legs straight, toes relaxed, donʼt bend the knee
Step 3
If your back is weak, the right leg can be bent with your knee up and foot on the floor
Step 4
Gaze up at the roof/sky
Step 5
Your right leg should remain straight on the floor
Step 6
Hold the posture for 5 breaths
Step 7
Exhale, slowly lower your leg down on the floor while keeping the knee straight
Step 8
Repeat on the other side
Step 9
Precautions: People with high blood pressure or serious back problems like sciatica or slipped disc should not perform this posture.
