Paschima Baddha Hastasana, also known as the Reverse Prayer Pose, is a yoga asana that involves bringing the hands together behind the back in a reverse prayer position.
Paschima Baddha Hastasana is an easier version of Tadasana
What does these words “paschima baddha hastasana” mean in Sanskrit?
- Paschima Baddha Hastasana means “hands folded at the back.”
- The meaning of Baddha is “bound” or “caught.”
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Benefits of Paschima Baddha Hastasana
Here are the benefits of Paschima Baddha Hastasana
- This Yoga Pose helps to treat the cervical spondylosis
- This Asana greatly benefits to boost the self confidence
- This Yoga Pose is very helpful to reduce the severity of depression
- Relieves arthritis of the shoulders, arms, wrists, and fingers
- Strengthens the knee joints
- This Yoga Pose helps in easing the sciatic pain
- The flat feet can be corrected with this Yoga Pose.
What are the Contraindications and Cautions
- Angina
- Stress-related headaches
- Migraines
- Eye strain
- Insomnia
- Low blood pressure
- Osteoarthritis of the knees
- Leukorrhea
- Bulimia
- if you have a slipped disk, keep your feet apart.
- if you have a displaced uterus, keep the tips of your big toes together and your heels apart.
- if you have had polio, or have any problems with your balance, keep your feet at least 10 in (25 cm) apart.
How to do Paschima Baddha Hastasana?
Step 1
- Stand in your bare feet in Tadasana on an even, uncovered surface.
- Take your right arm behind your back, and hold your left arm just above the elbow.
- Bend your left arm and take it behind your back.
- Stretch both legs and imagine you are pulling the skin, muscles, and bones of your legs up to your waist.
Step 2
- Hold your right arm just above the elbow with your left hand.
- Your grip should be firm but not tight.
- Keep your forearms pressed to your back.
- Turn in your upper arms slightly.
- Push your elbows back, but do not allow them to lift.
- Initially, hold the pose for 20-30 seconds.
- With practice, increase the duration to 1 minute.
- You should breathe evenly throughout.
Remember to listen to your body and modify the pose as needed. If you have any specific health concerns or injuries, it’s always a good idea to consult with a qualified yoga instructor for guidance and modifications.
