Light on Yoga: The Bible of Modern Yoga

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Yogasanas, Bandha and Kriya 107

6. Now reverse the movements and with exhalations jump back about
   a foot at a time until you return to the position from where you started.


7. Rest the trunk on the floor and relax.

Effects

This asana develops powerful wrists, throws off lethargy of the body and
fatigue of the brain, rejuvenates the entire body and makes one feel lively
and vigorous. Since the movements bring great pressure on the wrists,
it is recommended that they be tried gradually, otherwise one is apt to
sprain the wrists.

31. Bhujaizgasana I One* (Plate 73)
    Bhujailga means a serpent. In this posture, lie flat on the floor, face
    downwards, lift the body up from the trunk and throw the head back
    like a serpent about to strike.

Technique

r. Lie on the floor face downwards. Extend the legs, keeping the feet

together. Keep the knees tight and the toes pointing.

2. Rest the palms by the side of the pelvic region.

3· Inhale, press the palms firmly on the floor and pull the trunk up.

(Plate 72.) Take two breaths.

4· Inhale, lift the body up from the trunk until the pubis is in contact

with the floor and stay in this position with the weight on the legs and

palms. (Plate 73)