sandeyeOther poses, which I do not indulge in: Viparita Karani
March 3rd 2008 15:25
One of the reasons I do not use this pose in my routine is that one is generally instructed to use a prop. Whereas many practitioners have no problem with purchasing such, or utilizing a makeshift version, I have a strong aversion to Yoga practices that use anything other than the floor and my body. Another reason I do not indulge in this posture is that I would have to change room in order to participate, there being little wall surface available in my Yoga room!
If you wish to practice this pose, you will need to obtain a couple of folded blankets or towels. You place these against an available wall and your pelvis rests on top, with your mid-spine and above region lying on the floor. Your legs are then raised straight against the wall, feet together. Try to ensure that your butt and heels both touch the wall, and be aware of as much of the back of your leg also touching the wall. Your feet should be at an angle, allowing the base to become horizontal. Your arms should be stretched out sideways and rest on the floor, palms up.
Once in the basic position, keep checking to see that your entire leg is pressed against the wall, including the back of your knees. Breathe slowly and relax. One is supposed to maintain the pose for between one dozen full slow breaths & 20 minutes, dependant upon which manual/practice you follow. To come out of the pose, the first thing to do is bend the knees. You then simply roll sideways. The 'sloppy' roll out is perhaps another reason I am unimpressed with this asana, and therefore do not personally use it in my routine.
If you wish to practice this pose, you will need to obtain a couple of folded blankets or towels. You place these against an available wall and your pelvis rests on top, with your mid-spine and above region lying on the floor. Your legs are then raised straight against the wall, feet together. Try to ensure that your butt and heels both touch the wall, and be aware of as much of the back of your leg also touching the wall. Your feet should be at an angle, allowing the base to become horizontal. Your arms should be stretched out sideways and rest on the floor, palms up.
Once in the basic position, keep checking to see that your entire leg is pressed against the wall, including the back of your knees. Breathe slowly and relax. One is supposed to maintain the pose for between one dozen full slow breaths & 20 minutes, dependant upon which manual/practice you follow. To come out of the pose, the first thing to do is bend the knees. You then simply roll sideways. The 'sloppy' roll out is perhaps another reason I am unimpressed with this asana, and therefore do not personally use it in my routine.
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