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Contra-indications: This asana should not be practised by those
suffering from acute sciatica. To avoid strain, people with backache should take care to bend from the hips and not
from the waist when practising samakonasana. Benefits: This asana works specifically on the upper back
directly behind the chest. It rectifies spinal curvature,
tension and poor posture. Practice note: Beginners may find it difficult to get the final
position of the spine correct. Initially, it is helpful if the hands are placed on top of a chair or a like piece of furniture for support.
DWIKONASANA
BSYC
Dwikonasana (double angle pose)
Stand erect with the feet one foot apart. Extend the arms behind the back and interlock the fingers. This is the starting position. Bend forward from the hips while simultaneously raising the arms behind the back as high as possible without strain.
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