GA
Garbha Pindasana II
गर्भ पिण्डासन II
Advancedprone
Target Muscles
corespinehip flexors
Benefits (4)
- + Massages the spine
- + Strengthens core
- + Stimulates digestive organs
- + Unique rolling movement
Avoid If (4)
- - Knee injuries
- - Spine injuries
- - Pregnancy
- - Wrist injuries
About
Garbha Pindasana II (Embryo Pose variation) involves threading arms through lotus legs, holding the ears, and rolling on the spine.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Sit in Padmasana (Lotus).
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2. Thread both arms through the gaps between calves and thighs.
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3. Push arms through up to the elbows.
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4. Bend elbows, hold the ears with the hands.
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5. Round the back.
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6. Exhale and rock forward and backward (rolling).
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7. Roll 5-8 times — this massages the spine.
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8. Rotate slightly with each roll (clockwise).
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9. Return to seated position.
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10. Withdraw arms, release Padmasana.