(According to Jyotsna commentary of Brahmananda). Holding
the toes (alternately) with hands, pulling them (the toes) up to the (corresponding
or opposite) ears, (and thus) assuming the shape of a stretched bow. This is called
Akarna- Dhanurasana.
Note:-
According to Brahmananda this is
Akama-Dhanurasana. It is known as Akarna-Dhanurasana because in its final position
the body resembles the shape of a stretched bow. Technique
:-
1. Sit,stretching both the legs together in front, hands by the
side, palms resting on the ground. Fingers should remain together pointing forward.
2. Now hold the big toe of left leg with the help of fore finger and thumb
of right hand. Similarly hold the big toe of right leg with left hand.
3. Pull the right leg with the left hand till the toe touches the right ear.
4. After few seconds come back to the original position.
5. Now
holding the right leg at big toe by fore finger and thumb of left hand raise it
upto the left ear. Again after few seconds come back to the original position.
This completes one round of Akarna-Dhanurasana. Remember
:-
1. Bend forward to hold the big toes of legs while practising
this Asana.
2. Keep your legs comfortably. When the right leg is pulled
upto the ear, you can fold it a little at the knee.
Benefits and Limitations.
1. It is
a good posture to remove the pain of back and lumbar region.
2. It increases
the elasticity of thigh joint and shoulder.
3. It is also useful in arthritis
and rheumatic condition. | 