Pirai Asana
“Pirai”
means one “arc” of the moon. In this asana the outer shape of the boy is like
an
arc of
the moon. Hence the name.
TECHNIQUE:
1. Stand
erect with the feet one to two feet apart according to the height of the
person.
2. Keep
the both palms on the both hips.
3. Push
the pelvic region slightly forward.
4. Curve
the trunk so that the weight of the body is felt on the thighs and the toes.
5. After
getting flexible spine, slowly move the hands downwards and keep the hands at
the
ankle.
6. Keep
the eyes open.
Breathing:
Breathing
should be normal in the final position. Should not hold the breath. After
finishing
this asana deep breathing can be taken.
Timings:
This
asana can be done for 10 to 20 seconds according to the practitioner’s
capacity. 2 or
3 times
can be done.
Benefits:
It tones
the spine. The back feels strong and full of life. Removes low back pain. It
keeps
the body
supple.
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