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Yogasanas, Bandha and Kriya 275

The following technique should be employed to practise on the other

side.

1. Sit on the floor with the legs stretched straight in front. Bend the left
   knee and place the left foot at the root of the right thigh, the left heel
   pressing against the navel.


2. Exhale, tum the trunk to the right, swing the right arm from the
   shoulder, grip the left ankle firmly with the right hand from behind the
   back and bend the right leg up. (Plate 337.) This is the first stage.

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3· Lift the right foot over the left thigh and place it on the floor by the

outer side of the left knee. (Plate 338.) Take a few breaths. This is the

second stage.

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4· Exhale again, turn the trunk to the right to bring the left shoulder
over the right knee and with the left hand hold the right foot. Turn the