Supta Virasana

Yog Deep With Gayathri Ramesh – SUPTHA VIRASANA & SUPTHA BADDHAKONASANA – Episode 22

Supta Virasana, the reclining variation of Virasana, is an intermediate pose.

Supta virasana is derived from Sanskrit with supta meaning “reclining” and vira meaning “hero.”


  • Benefits
  • Stretches the abdomen, thighs and deep hip flexors (psoas), knees, and ankles
  • Strengthens the arches
  • Relieves tired legs
  • Improves digestion
  • Helps relieves the symptoms of menstrual pain

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