Makarasana (Crocodile Pose) For Glowing Face

Makarasana (Crocodile Pose) For 

Glowing Face

Makara means Crocodile. In the final position of the posture. It looks like a crocodile. There are simple steps that will help you do the crocodile pose which is not a very simple pose.


Step-By-Step:

You have to start by lying flat on your belly with your forehead resting on the floor or the mat and hands resting beside you, palm down.

Spread your legs slightly with your feet pointing outwards.

As you exhale, lift your head, legs and upper torso away from the floor

Remember not to strain any part of your body to lift any other part higher.

Our lower ribs, abdomen and pelvic should be supporting your body

Now, slowly raise your arms away from the floor and stretch them by imagining there is weight pressing down between your shoulder blades.

Look ahead without stressing the neck or the forehead.

Stay in this position for 30 seconds and slowly increase it to one minute.

As you finish, slowly return to the starting position.

Benefits:

This posture is very effective for people suffering from slipped disc, sciatica and certain types of lower back pain.

They should remain in this asana for extended periods of time as it encourages the vertebral column to resume its normal shape

Asthmatics and people who have any other lung ailments should practice this simple asana regularly with breath awareness as it allows more air to enter the lungs.

Please Note:

Avoid this pose if you have any serious back injury. People with neck injuries should keep the head in a neutral position or use a folded blanket to support the neck during the asana.