Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose is a powerful asana for rejuvenation of the legs as it increases the circulation of blood in the lower body. People suffering from paralysis, stiffness in the hip, hernia, and sciatica, can derive therapeutic benefits by practicing this asana regularly.
Asymmetric Yoga Asanas
Sage Koundinya’s Pose II (Eka Pada Koundinyasana II)
Also known as the Hurdler Pose or Flying Splits, this is an advanced arm balancing pose in which we twist our torso and balance the weight of our body on our two palms placed on the ground. This pose prepares the body for more challenging arm balances and inversions.
Sage Koundinya’s Pose I (Eka Pada Koundinyasana I)
This is an advanced arm balancing pose in which we twist our torso and balance the weight of our body on our two palms placed on the ground. This pose prepares the body for more challenging arm balances and inversions.
Marichi’s Pose I (Marichyasana I)
Marichyasana I tones and strengthens the neck muscles, shoulders, back, arms, hips, knees, thighs, and calves. It also activates the vital organs, increasing the function of the liver, spleen, heart, lungs, digestive system, and reproductive system.
One-Legged King Pigeon Pose II (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana II)
Eka Pada Rajakapotasana II is an intense hip-opener which works on increasing the flexibility while allowing us to comfortably carry out a range of movements involving hip joints, which otherwise would have required a substantial amount of preparation in the form of strength training.