Staff Pose (dandasana)
- At March 10, 2020
- By Daniel
- In Asana, Yoga Benefits
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Staff is a deceptively simple looking sitting pose that works all major muscles and can reduce stress, improve circulation and concentration, and strengthen legs and arms.
English Name: Staff
Sanskrit Name: Dandasana
Difficulty Level: 2
Start Position: Seated
Instructions:
Step 1.
Sit on the floor upright and extend your legs forward toes pointed towards the sky.
Step 2.
Flex your feet and engage your abdomen. Your ankles should be about one inch (2.5 cm) above the floor.
Physical Benefits:
- Tones the abdominal muscles
- Improves circulation
- Opens the chest
- Strengthens legs
- Strengthens arms
- Strengthens torso and spine
- Improves leg and spine muscular endurance
Mental Benefits
- Reduces stress
- Creates focus
Contraindications:
- Injured coccyx
