How to make Navasana

Navasana

“Nava” means ship, boat or vessel. This posture resembles the shape of a boat, hence the

name.

TECHNIQUE:

1. Lie down flat. Keep the hands by the side.

2. Simultaneously raise the trunk and the legs from the floor.

3. Keep the knees tight and the toes pointed outwards.

4. The balance of the body rest on the buttocks and no part of the spine should be

allowed to touch the floor.

5. Keep both hands either side of the knees.

6. The eyes and the toes should be in the same straight line.

Breathing:

Do not hold the breath during the asana, through the tendency after inhalation. If the

breath is held the effect will be felt on the stomach muscles and not on the abdominal

organs. After relaxing this asana two times deep breathing can be taken.

Timings:

Hold this pose for 10 to 20 seconds. A couple of times can be done.

Benefits:

This asana is effective on the intestines, liver, gall bladder and spleen. It strengthens the

lower back. This asana will help the women because they need strong back for child –

bearing. Displacement of the navel region can be cured by this Asana.