Bhekasana
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Bhekasana (Sanskrit: भेकासन; IAST: Bhekāsana), Mandukasana,[1] or Frog posture[2] is an asana.
Etymology
The name comes from the Sanskrit words Bheka (भेका, bheka) meaning "frog",[1] and asana (आसन) meaning "posture"[3] since the asana resembles a frog.
Benefits and Risks
- Though prolonged practice can cure flat feet.[1][2]
- Relieves pain in the heels due to calcaneal spurs and in knees due to gout[1]
- Stretches ankles, thighs and groins, abdomen and chest, and throat, and deep hip flexors (psoas)[2]
- Strengthens the back muscles[2]
- Improves posture[2]
- Stimulates the organs of the abdomen[2]
- Awakens the kundalini[2]
See also
- Ardha Bhekasana or Half frog pose
- Bhekasana Supta or reclining frog pose
- Kundalini yoga
References
Sources
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