Ardha Kati Cakrasana (Lateral Arc Posture)

Sthiti: Stand erect with feet close together, hands along the thighs, finders stretched out (This position is called Tadasana).

  1. While inhaling, slowly raise the right arm side ways up above the head until the arm touches the ear, palm facing left.
  2. Bend slowly on the left side, slide the left palm down as far as possible along the left leg. Exhale as you bend. Raised hand should not bend at the elbow. Knees straight. Breathe normally. Maintain for about a minute.
  3. Return the position 1 inhaling completely.
  4. Bring the hand down to Sthiti position.

*Repeat on the left side, by bending towards the right


BENEFITS: This gives a good lateral bending to the spine and helps in keeping the flexible and healthy. Also improves the liver function.

Ardha Kati Cakrasana (Lateral Arc Posture)