Kasyapasana Yoga
Kasyapasana Yoga:
Kasyapasana,
is an advanced variation on Vasisthasana, or side plank, which requires strength, control and
mobility in the hips to perform. Its name comes from the name of the sage, Kasyapa,
to whom the pose is dedicated to, and the Sanskrit word, asana, which means "seat" or "pose".
Kasyapasana Yoga Steps:
- Assume the position of Santolanasana.
- Bend the left knee and place the foot on the right thigh as in Ardha padmasana.
- Take the left arm behind the back and catch hold of the left big toe with the left hand.
- This chest and extended right arm should be in one plane.
- This is the final position.
- Hold for as long as is comfortable without strain.
- Release the left foot and return to Santolanasana.
- Turn the body over to the left, balancing on the left hand and foot only.
- Place the right foot on the left thigh in Ardha padmasana.
- Take the right arm behind the back and catch hold of the right big toe with the right hand.
- Balance in the pose for the same length of times as on right side.
- Come back into Santolanasana, placing the right palm back on the floor.
- Relax in Shashankasana. Breathe normally.