Uttanpadasana Yoga & How To Do Uttanpadasana
Uttanpadasana comes from the Sanskrit word. In This ‘Ut’ is to be ‘Raised’, ‘Tan’ to be Extended or Stretched, and the meaning of ‘Pada’ is the Leg. This yoga posture reduces the tones and stomach because you need to lift both legs. This yoga pose is also known as Raised leg pose and is sometimes also called Dwipadasana (‘Dwi’ means Two and Pada means Leg).
Steps To Do Uttanpadasana
- To start this asana, lie on your back on a yoga mat and breathe normally. Your hands should be placed at your sides and your palms should be facing downwards.
- Now breathe slowly and try to lift your feet off the floor and keep your feet at a 45-60 degree angle to the floor.
- Your torso should be parallel to the floor, keeping your legs straight.
- Stay in this position for at least 15 to 20 seconds to feel pressure in your lower abdomen.
- First, try to stay in this position for 2 to 3 breaths.
- To release this position, exhale and slowly lower your legs to the floor. Now keep your hands at your sides, keep your legs straight and take a deep breath and relax.
- Now you can do this asana again. You should do at least 10 repetitions of this asana for better results.
- When you start doing this yoga asana, you will initially feel a slight pain in your abdominal muscles and thighs. However, the more you practice, the easier you can make this asana.
Health Benefits Of Uttanpadasana
- Leg Raised Pose is useful for treating stomach aches (indigestion, acidity, and constipation).
- Strengthen your abdominal area and strengthen your hips, back and thigh muscles.
- Useful for rheumatic pain, low back pain and heart problems.
- This yoga posture cures back pain.
- Leg Raised Pose reduces belly fat and strengthens the stomach.
- It improves the digestive system.
- Great for anyone looking for 6 packs abs.
