Hatha Yoga: The Yoga of the Physical Body. Supta Vajrasana: The Sleeping Thunderbolt. Instructions. Sit in vajrasana. Bend backward, supported on the arms and elbows, the head touches the ground with the back arched. Place the hands on the thighs and make sure the knees stay fully on the ground. Close the eyes and relax the body. Breath. Slow and Deep. Duration. For physical benefits a few minutes is sufficient. For spiritual benefits do for extended periods of time. Concentration. Physical: on the back, abdomen or respiration. Spiritual: on swadhisthana chakra at the coccyx. Sequence. It is a good counterpose to forward bending asanas. Precautions. Care should be taken not to strain the muscles and ligaments of the thighs and knees by forcing the knees to touch the ground. Limitations. Should not be practised by sufferers of sacral ailments. Benefits. This is a good asana for abdominal ailments, especially constipation. It tones the spinal nerves.   Top of This Page. Yoga Asana Directory Seeds of Light Contents

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