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Simhasana (Lion Pose) <\/strong><\/p>\n

The Lion pose is a seated yoga asana, which utilizes a powerful breathing technique to execute the full benefits of the pose. It is an excellent posture for releasing tension within the muscles of the chest and face.\u00a0The Sanskrit name for lion pose is\u00a0Simhasana, where \u2018Simha\u2019<\/strong> means lion and \u2018Asana\u2019<\/strong> means pose.<\/p>\n

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How To Do It?<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2981 Start with Vajrasana, where you are seated on the shins with knees together and big toes touching one another. Sit back on the heels and elongate the spine, through the torso.
\n\u2981 Bring the palms to the knees.
\n\u2981 Separate your knee according to your shoulder distance.
\n\u2981 Inhale slowly as you elongate the spine.
\n\u2981 Spread the fingers (claws) wide.
\n\u2981 Open the mouth like that of a lion\u2019s, while sticking the tongue out with the tip reaching for your chin.
\n\u2981 Try to look into centre of the eyebrows and gaze up towards the third eye.
\n\u2981 Prevent slouching by broadening the chest and drawing the shoulders back and away from the ears.
\n\u2981 You have to exhale, and it should be audible as you make a roar with a “haaaa haaaa” sound.
\n\u2981 Inhale next, and bring the face back to neutral, while relaxing the neck, chest, and hands.
\n\u2981 Repeat for at least 8 rounds of breath.<\/p>\n

Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2981 It is one of the best asanas, which helps to calm the mind. It also soothes the mind.
\n\u2981 The asana or pose helps to reduce the emotional stress.
\n\u2981 If you do this asana on a daily basis, it delays the signs of aging.
\n\u2981 It also prevents bad breath, by solving the respiratory tract problems.
\n\u2981 It also tends to improve speech issues.
\n\u2981 When you gaze at a certain point, which is the Ajna chakra, it soothes the mind. It also reduces the burning sensation.
\n\u2981 Practicing this asana also improves the digestive power.<\/p>\n

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Contraindications<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2981 You cannot practice this asana for more than 3 minutes.
\n\u2981 If you have weak wrists, you can practice the asana in Vajrasana.
\n\u2981 If there is any sort of injury in the face, neck or tongue, avoid this asana.
\n\u2981 If you have a broken, or injured knee or ankle, do not practice this pose.<\/p>\n

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