Stability and Mobility
Seated poses with forward-bending and twisting action are done here to both create stability as well as mobility while being both soothing and stimulating in a quiet way. Once elasticity in the body is gained the base is set for more advanced asana.
A few of the postures help to establish a quiet seat as a preparation for pranayama and more meditative practices.
While the turning action in some helps to stimulate the abdominal area and is especially beneficial for both men and women. For women, the relief and gain are directed to the menstrual cycle which is regulated.
The “parvritta’ twisting actions are a help to the digestion, toning, and massaging of the organs of the excretory system as well as strengthen the urinary system to help with the functioning of the bladder. The forward bending results in quietness in the brain resulting in a soothing and relaxing effect on the mind.
Enjoy your practice.
This sequence includes:
Sukhasana ( Easy Pose )
Parvatasana ( Arm Stretch Pose )
Parsva Sukhasana ( Twisted Easy Pose )
Forward Sukhasana ( Forward Easy Pose )
Padmasana ( Lotus Pose )
Upavistha Konasana ( Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend )
Baddha Konasana ( Bound Angle Pose )
Gomukhasana ( Cow Face Pose )
Wide Cross Leg Forward
Janu Sirsasana ( Head to Knee Pose )
Dandasana ( Staff Pose )
Ardha Badha Pada Paschimottanasana ( Half Bend Legged Seated Forward Bend )
Viparita Dandasana ( Reclining Staff Pose )
Bharadvajasana ( Torso Twist Pose )
Setu Bandha Sarvangasana ( Bridge Pose )
Savasana ( Corpse Pose )
