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.
Shoulders
One-Legged King Pigeon Pose I (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana I)
This asana stretches and tones the chest, neck, shoulders, arms, spine, psoas and piriformis muscles, thighs, abdomen, glutes, and groin area.
It is a powerful asana for the digestive system. Eka Pada Rajakapotasana I stimulates the vital organs as well, enhancing the function of the heart, lungs, liver, stomach, and kidneys.
Noose Pose (Pasasana)
Pasasana increases flexibility and agility levels. It strengthens the shoulders, chest, spine, thighs, groin area, and ankles. If our job requires us to stand for hours on a stretch, this pose will help us relax our legs and feet.
Marichi’s Pose III (Marichyasana III)
This asana tones and strengthens the neck muscles, shoulders, chest, back, arms, hips, thighs, and knees. Marichyasana III also helps increase awareness of the breath, which leads to a calmer mind and an enhanced ability to concentrate and maintain focus.
Low Lunge Pose (Anjaneyasana)
This pose stretches and tones the thighs, knees, glutes, calves, ankles, groin area, chest, shoulders, spine, and abdominal area. Anjaneyasana helps build a strong sense of balance, flexibility, and body-mind coordination.