Asana Of The Month: Wind Relieving Pose

Wind Relieving Pose also know as Knees to Chest can help reduce bloating by helping to pass intestinal gas (flatulence). It helps stimulate digestion, relive mild low back pain, and stretches and massages the back and spine.

English Name: Wind Relieving Pose or Knees to Chest Pose

Sanskrit Name: Apanasana or Pavanamuktasana

Difficulty Level: 1

Start Position: Reclining on Back or Corpse Pose.

Instructions: Bring both knees into the chest and wrap arms around legs.

Physical Benefits

• Stretches the spine and shoulders
• Improved digestion
• Massages back and abdominal organs
• Low back pain relief
• Opens the hips

Mental Benefits

• Reduces anxiety and stress
• Calms the mind

Contraindications:

• Knee injury or pain
• Hernia