Yoga Positions, Chakra Meditations and Health

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SETUBANDHASANA
Setu means bridge; bandha means formation or construction. In this asana, the body is arched as if to form a bridge. So this asana is called Setubandhasana. This asana is very easy to practise. Persons of any age can practise this asana.

Technique : Lie on the back. Bend both the knees. Raise the loins and […]

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This asana is performed mostly by the Siddhas-semi divine beings. This is the reason why this asana is called Siddhasana. The main function of this asana is to awaken the power of Kundalini (annular power residing in the mystical circle above the reproductive organs).

Technique :

Sit on the floor, with legs stretched straight V in front.

Bend […]

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This asana is a variation of Padmasana. In this asana, the body is lifted up with both the hands on the floor. This is the reason why it is called ‘Utthita Padmasana’ or Lolasana or Dolasana. This asana is more difficult than Padmasana because in this asana the whole body is balanced on both the […]

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This is a variation of Padmasana. This asana is not meant for meditation. This is chiefly meant for health-improvement

 
and for making the body strong. This asana is difficult to perform. Those who are unable to practise this asana should not be disappointed. They should patiently try to accomplish the final position.
Technique :
Sit in Padmasana with […]

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Dhauti : Dhauti can be practised in various ways.

Vaman DhautiTake two litres of warm water. Add three or four teaspoons of salt. Drink six to eight cups of this water. When you feel retching, bend yourself forward and usher the first three fingers deeply into the mouth and give pressure to the hind part of […]

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