This asana increases the flexibility of spine and legs. It works on the hip, thigh, knee, and ankles along with the spine and abdominal muscles. It makes the core strong and stimulates the vital organs. Parsvottanasana is also a wonderful pose for posture correction. It mobilizes the wrists and elbows and helps correct round or droopy shoulders.
Forward Bend
Hero Pose (Virasana)
This is a classic seated yoga posture that works on the thighs, ankles, knees, and glutes. It is also beneficial for those suffering from gout or flat feet.
Head-to-Knee Forward Bend (Janu Sirsasana)
This asana is great for the digestive system. It is highly recommended to those suffering from an enlarged prostate gland. People with high BP, sinus, insomnia, menstrual disorders, or chronic fatigue syndrome, should find benefits in practicing this asana regularly.
Garland Pose (Malasana)
The Garland Pose tones and strengthens the thighs, hips, knees, hamstrings, ankles, groin area, and torso. It increases core strength and flexibility. This asana is highly recommended for those suffering from chronic back pain,
Firefly Pose (Tittibhasana)
To practice Firefly Pose is to mimic a firefly in flight. This asana stretches the wrists, forearms, biceps, triceps, shoulders, core muscles, hamstrings, thighs, hip flexors, and hamstrings.