Halasana

(Plough Posture)

This posture looks like a plough and hence the name.

Method

  1. First do Sarvangasana
  2. From Sarvangasana slowly bend both the legs further towards the top of the head
  3. Continue bending till the tip of the feet touches the ground and rest the palms on the ground
  4. Do not bend the legs at the knees but keep them straight
  5. Stay in that posture comfortably. Then gradually and slowly come back to the supine pose.

Benefits

It prevents sciatica and helps in the management of asthma, constipation, hepatitis, urinary tract and menstrual disorders.