November 21, 2024
Dandasana is the Sanskrit word. The word “Danda” means – Stick and “Asana” means Pose. Dandasana Yoga (Staff pose) is the simple and effective sitting pose to improve posture, strengthen your abdomen, chest, shoulder and back muscles. Let’s check steps and benefits of Dandasana (Staff Pose).
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Yog Deep With Gayathri Ramesh – Dandasana and Other Asanas – Episode 10

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By Kautilya / April 28, 2019

Dandasana is a simple seated posture with the legs straight in front of the body and the spine upright and long. The name comes from the Sanskrit danda which means “stick” or “staff” and asana which means “posture” or “seat.”

Benefits

  • Strengthens your chest, back muscles, spine and shoulders.
  • Stretches your chest and legs. Improves your posture.
  • Strengthens your abdomen.
  • Increase flexibility.
  • Calms your mind.
  • Increases focus and concentration.

Image Courtesy: Yoga Retreats

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