(GhS-II.12), (HR-III.9)
(thunderbolt pose)
Slokha:
Translation: Having hardened the thighs like steel, and placing both the legs on the sides of the anus is called Vajrasana
Benefits:
- Engages and strengthens the abdominals, back and quadriceps
- Improves flexibility of knees and ankles
- Increase the digestive fire.
- Helps with digestion, assimilation and elimination processes
- Lessens blood flow to legs and increase it to digestive organs
- Prevents acidity, ulcers and all digestive issues
- Expands the chest and good for lung problems
- Allows kundalini to flow up the spine
- Good meditation posture for those with sciatica and low back pain
- Gives great extraordinary powers