VRSCHIKASANA (SCORPION)

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Vrschika = Scorpion; Asana = Posture

From forearm stand, knees are bent. Head is lifted and feet are brought close to the head in a deep backbend. Knees separate toes remain together.

Benefits of the posture:

• creates integration and balance between upper and lower body
• strengthens and stretches the legs and shoulders
• calms the nervous system
• strengthens arms and shoulders and aligns the shoulder girdle in relation to the trunk, pelvis and legs
• increases circulation to the torso, head and brain
• teaches the body to rest while in a state of activity
• develops a sense of inner balance