Light on Yoga: The Bible of Modern Yoga

Yogasanas, Bandha and Kriya 221

hands either on the back of the ribs (Plate 245) or interlock the
fingers and stretch out the arms (Plate 246) as in Halasana.

245

4· Remain in this position for half a minute or a minute with normal
breathing.

Effects

This asana rests the trunk, heart and Jegs. The spine is stretched more
while bending the knees, and this helps the circulation of blood round
the waistline.

93· Supta Kor:asana Two* (Plate 247)

Supta means lying down and ko�a an angle. It is a variation of Halasana

in which the legs are spread apart.