Janushir Asana | How forward bending asanas are benificial for entire body | prana-energy

The forward bending asanas are beneficial for the spinal column, abdominal and arms- legs; by squeezing the abdominal organs nourishes them with a fresh supply of blood which further enhances and balances the five pranas Vayu with sub-Prana Vayu. Forward bending asanas keep the entire digestive system healthy and balance hormones which enhance the brain efficiency to work properly. The forward-bending and backward-bending asanas are correlated as you advance in forward will also benefit in backward stances.

The forward bends asanas enable the spine to bend further back in the opposite direction and as you progress with the forward bending asanas, your backward bends will improve. The forward bending asanas are as janushir asana, paschimottan asana, and mahamudra; besides these asanas, some others that can also be bent, such as pada asana when bending forward and touching the forehead on the ground, in the same way, while sitting in Vajra asana and keeping the head down on the ground stretches the spine and back muscles. All of these asanas are essential to exercising the spine so that the spine gets more flexible, strong and stiffness diminishes to wholesome health. By practicing these asanas you improve concentration which in turn helps in the awakening of the kundalini.

Procedures

Sit on the ground with legs stretched forward.

Fold the left leg, and place heal of it at near perineum and the right leg remain stretched fully forward.

Stretch the right leg forward.

Breathe in, then when breathing out bend forward to hold the right toe with both hands and place your forehead on the knee for some time.

Holding the breath and remain to bend forward.

Back to a normal position but the legs remain the same place.

Raise your arms up.

Stretch your arms up above your head palms together and inhale

Repeat the entire procedure with the right leg.

Repeat it for a three-movement cycle with both legs.

Benefits:

Janushir asana cures consumption, piles, and enlargement of spleen, gulma, indigestion, fever, constipation and leprosy; and prolonged life. It cures the waist and spine’s problems and strengthens the nervous system. Janushir is good for celibacy and makes the legs, arms, and spine strong and flexible.