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PADASANA
One Legged Plank Posture
Purpose:
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This pose strengthens the wrists, arms, shoulders,
back, buttocks and neck muscles.
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It greatly improves circulation in the arms.
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The main focus of this asana is on the arms and
buttocks.
TO DO:
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Lay face down on the floor.
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Bring your hands up to the shoulders, palms down,
the hands should be in line with the shoulders.
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Curl the toes under. INHALE.
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EXHALE and extend your arms, push up, tighten your
abdominal, leg, and arm muscles.
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INHALE slowly and hold pose for a few seconds.
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EXHALE and lift one leg, without bending the knee,
to hip and shoulder level. Toes pointed.
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INHALE as you bring leg back to starting position.
Then EXHALE.
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INHALE and bend the elbows, gently lower yourself
to the floor.
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EXHALE and extend your arms, push up again,
lifting opposite leg without bending the knee.
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Completely rest for a few seconds and repeat cycle
again. This cycle may be preformed two or three times.
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