This asana strengthens the muscles of the shoulders and stomach, you will be surprised to know the benefits.

Benefits of Kukkutasana: Winter season is going on, in this season emphasis is given on yoga to keep the body strong. There are many such asanas, which not only strengthen the body but also awaken energy internally. Among these yoga asanas, one of them, Kuktasana i.e. Rooster Asana, is the best among all the asanas. Regularly doing this yoga asana not only balances the body but also strengthens the shoulders and abdominal muscles.

Know how this posture is

Talking about one of the yoga asanas, ‘Kukkutasana’ is a Sanskrit word, in which ‘kukkuta’ means ‘rooster’ and ‘asana’ means ‘pose’. While doing this asana, the body looks like a chicken, due to which this asana is called ‘Kukkutasana’. There is some difficulty in doing this asana, but regular practice provides many benefits to the body. Asana is not only good for the stomach or shoulders but also for making the body flexible and also for the heart.

Learn how to do yoga

To do this asana, first of all sit in Padmasana posture on the yoga mat. After this, slowly remove your right hand from between the right thigh and calf and later repeat the same process with the left hand. Place both the palms firmly on the ground and keep in mind that there should be a distance of about 3 to 4 inches between the palms. Now take a deep breath and apply pressure on the palms and lift the entire body above the ground. During this, your neck should be straight and eyes should be focused towards the front. Stay in this posture for 15 to 20 seconds and then slowly bring the body down and return to the Padmasana position.

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body and mind are balanced

The Ministry of AYUSH has described Kuktasana as a powerful yoga asana, which balances the body and mind. By doing this asana, the whole body rests on the strength of your palms and arms. If you do this asana regularly, belly fat reduces and the digestive system also gets strengthened. By doing this yoga asana, the spine becomes flexible and blood circulation in the body increases. It also helps in mental concentration and meditation. Regular practice reduces stress and anxiety. Apart from this, it strengthens the wrist and elbow joints. Keep in mind that pregnant women and people suffering from high blood pressure or heart disease should also avoid doing it. Beginners should start practicing it under the supervision of a yoga instructor.