Kukkutasana Yoga & Its Health Benefits
In Sanskrit, Kukkut means Cock or Rooster and Asana means Sitting, Posing or Posture. The Kukkutasana, or Cock Pose, is so named because of its Rooster-like appearance. Rooster yoga pose has been said in Ancient sacred yoga texts like the Gheranda Samhita and Hatha Yoga Pradeepika. This is a difficult pose that requires firepower to be well accomplished. Practice both the Tulasana and Bakasana well before doing the Kukkutasana.
Health Benefits of Kukkutasana
- It stretches your arms, spine, and strengthens your shoulders, elbows, and wrists.
- Make your chest wider.
- This asana develops balance and strength as well as enhances your focus.
- The perineum is represented by this asana, in this way the muscles are strengthened.
- This asana becomes and manages the Muladhara Chakra.
- Strengthen your digestive system.
- Useful for menstrual cramps and hip pain.
Steps To Do Kukkutasana
- First sit in lotus pose (Padmasana).
- Place your arm between the motion of the thigh and calf muscles, and the palms of your hands should touch the floor through this gape.
- Now spread your fingers and point them forward.
- Press your palms as often as possible. Then inhale as you try to lift your body.
- You need to support your weight in the palm of your hand. By practicing every day, you will gain the ability to strike a balance.
- Hold this position for 1 to 5 minutes and breathe normally.
- Exhale and release the pose and return to the floor.
- Repeat this pose as many times as you can to feel comfortable.
