How to make Hasta Uttanasana

Hasta Uttanasana

1. Stand erect and raise both the hands above the head.
2. Let there be shoulders length between the two arms.
3. Bend the trunk and head backwards to create a slight curve.
4. Raising the arms and bending the trunk backwards is done at the same time. Breathe in deeply while raising the arms.

When done as part of the Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation exercises) a mantra can be chanted while performing this asana. Hasta Uttanasana is done as the 2nd pose and the 11th pose. The mantra to be chanted is given below:

Benefits of Hasta Uttanasana (Raised Arms Pose)
It improves digestion.
It stretches and tones the muscles of the abdomen.
It expands the chest and the rib cage resulting in full intake of oxygen. The lung capacity is fully utilised.