Vriksh Asana: how to do step by step | Benifits






Vriksh asana- is one of the most important and balancing asana, where the hands make contact with the ground while the body is completely reversed and the flow of blood goes towards the head, hands and shoulders which brings immense benefits. It is one of the most beneficial asanas’ for both the body and mind, by reversing the normal effects of gravity it enhances blood circulation in the body, improves the sensory faculties and provides concentration, memory and longevity. Every nerve of the body is closely connected with the brain and twelves pairs of cranium nerves proceed from both hemispheres through the skull to the entire body hence being beneficial. Vriksh asana is a little difficult to perform for beginners but after a few days of practices one will easily be able to do it.

A person is considered to be healthy when three elements of the nature such as kapha-pita-Vayu are in equilibrium in the body as mentioned in ancient Ayurveda. The body would be in complete harmony when kapha-pita-Vayu are balanced and start the process of evacuation and elimination of waste as normal while keeping the body full with prana Vayu which results in perfect harmony in the mind and consciousness. Vriksh asana and shirsha asana, both reverse the body and make the flow of the blood go towards the head, shoulders, hands and chest. Both asanas make the body strong and flexible. Vriksh asana like the scorpion, taming the whole body in perfect coordination with the mind, body and soul as well as rejuvenating entire body within a few minutes. This asana strengthen the spine, brain and shoulders and keeps you away from any diseases.

The brain, a major organ, the part of the central nervous system enclosed in the cranium of man and other vertebrates. The brain is a convoluted mass of nervous tissues that is made up of soft grey and white matter which is serving to control and coordinate the mental and physical actions. The three membranes’ which surround the brain are

·         Dura matter- the tough, fibrous membrane forming the outermost of the three coverings of the brain and spinal cord,

·         Pia matter- the connective tissue containing a network of blood vessels which nourishes all parts of the brain

·         Arachnoid- resembling a spider’s web and belonging to the arachnids

Below the arachnoid there is space that contains the cerebrospinal fluid which protects the brain from any injury, a fine membrane around the brain. Cerebrum, cerebellum, medulla oblongata and Pons varolii are the four sections of the brain. 

The cerebrum, which consists of the right and left cerebral hemispheres joined by the corpus callosum, is the place of most conscious and intellectual activities; and, shirsha asana stimulate blood circulation and as more blood is supplied to the brain particularly the forehead, pituitary and pineal glands, the whole brain gets sufficient prana energy. Shirsha asana refreshes the cardiovascular and lymphatic system which allows prana energy to flow to the third eye and exhibits strength as well as balancing the others hormones in the body too.



Vriksh asana:

Stand straight and breath in. 

Bend forward keeping palms flat on the ground keeping some distance between them, one foot apart (shoulders-width apart).

Keeping elbows straight and lean forward.

On an inhalation and push your one leg up over head and swiftly the momentum will carry the other leg too up after it and help you balance on both hands on the ground.

So, raise your legs and waist up to balance full weight of the body on hands and make sure you keep your arms straight.

Stretch your legs up so that your toes pointing upward.

Let your body to be straight.

Make sure hands are in a fixed position.

Remain in this position for half minute.

Bring the legs down slowly.

Bring legs back down slowly without any sudden jerks and the head should remain in the air without putting any pressure or sudden movements.

Lie down on the ground and relax in child pose or shav asana for few minutes.

Beginners are advised to do vriksh asana against a wall to avoid the danger of falling.

Benefits:

Vriksh asana stimulates blood circulation and as more blood is supplied to the brain, it cures hairs problem whether falling problems or changing its colours. Vriksh asana is beneficial for the eyes, sense organs and strengthening all organs in the body including the arms and shoulders as well as making them flexible and in fact useful for celibacy. 

Precaution:

Harmful when it is not practiced properly. Harmful for those having high blood pressure, glaucoma, weak heart, detached retina and overweight. In hot days, it should be done just a few seconds, if temperatures soar to 40 degrees then avoid it. If you feel giddiness avoid it.  You can do more in the winter or as per of your stamina. For women, should this be avoided when menstruating?


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