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Towards Inner Harmony : H. H. Acharya MahaPragya

   
Preksha Yoga & Asana
   

Yogasana

   
Purvottarasana
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Sit upright with legs stretched out.
 
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Inhaling, raise the body with support on the palms and heels, exhaling return to the original position.
   
 
  This asana is the reverse asana of paschimottanasana. It should be performed half as long as you perform paschimottanasana.
   
 
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This posture strengthens the heart and lungs.
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It is helpful for high blood pressure, back pain and body stiffness.