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Know your yoga pose -- Balasana

Know your yoga pose -- Balasana

Written by Pavitra Sampath |Updated : November 29, 2014 6:04 PM IST

BalasanaAlso known as the child's pose, this aasana is a calming and restorative in nature. It allows you to relax and stretches out your arms, lower back and spine. Since this pose relaxes you it is best to beat stress and relieve gastrointestinal symptoms related to the condition. So, after that tiring day at work, this is the best aasana for you. (Read: Feeling stressed? Try these natural remedies)

Steps to do this pose: Start with your knees on the floor, now rest your buttocks on your feet. Make sure your back is straight and your hands are resting on your knees. Now exhale, and while using your hands as support, slide down and forwards into the child's pose. Once here, breathe in and out slowly. Just relax and let your body calm down. The goal is to have your forehead touch the ground, but if you can't do not push yourself. Hold this pose for as long as you are comfortable. Now to come out of this pose inhale and use your hands to push up your upper body. Rise slowly and try not to put too much pressure on your back.

Tips to remember: If you suffer from acidity, are pregnant or have a lower back injury do not do this pose.

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