USHTRASANA OR CAMEL POSE :-

The name “Ushtrasana” came from Sanskrit words “Ushtra(ustra)” means  Camel and “asana” means seat. That is why this asana is also known as Camel Pose.

STEP OF DOING USHTRASANA OR CAMEL POSE :-

1.     First of all fold the legs at the knee and keep them apart from one another at about 6 inches.

2.     Now stand on the knees and let the ankle and toes of both legs fall flat on the floor. Keep the heels about 6 inches apart.

3.     Bend backward by pushing your abdomen forward and catch hold of ankle one by one by the hands.

4.     Now bend your head backward and breath normally.

5.     Maintain this position for 40-50 seconds and slowly come back to  your normal position. Practice this asana atleast 3 times.

BENEFITS OF USHTRASANA :-

·        Improves core strength of spine, hip and shoulder

·        Increase stamina

·        Help to remove extra fat from back and waist

·        Good for heart

Precautions:-  Person who is suffering from heart diseases,neck related problems high BP, slipped disc, sciatica, sacral infection avoid this exercise. This should be performed under guidance of a yoga expert