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: This pose flexes and strengthens
the spine, shoulders, arms, wrists, chest, throat and pelvic area. It also effects the
abdominal area, increasing its flow of blood and energy. The abdominal organs are massaged and the
second position also limbers the knee and hip joints. The shoulders and arms receive a good stretch,
toning the muscles and preventing fat deposits. This posture is good for straightening the back and
shoulders. The movements help the peristaltic activity, therefore maintains healthful digestion
and elimination. it is most effevtive in reducing the fat on the abdomen.
Instructions
Start in modified Child pose with the arms stretched out infront of you. Inhale, Turn the toes in and lift your buttocks
and press forward keeping your head down, then gently lift the head and shoulders by pushing off of your
hands which should be positioned under the shoulders. Exhale. Inhale Straighten your arms lift your shoulder , chest and head up and look up. Hold for
several breaths. Exhale. Gently lower the shoulders and chest to the ground. Now begin to lift the
buttocks up and pull back into Child pose. This is one round do several rounds.
Hamsasana
Swan Pose
