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The Sanskrit meaning of the term, ‘Makara’ is crocodile. Makarasana brings about complete relaxation.
Methodology of Makarasana Yoga
- Remain flat face down on the ground.
- Your abdomen, chest and chin should be touching the exercise mat.
- Stretch out your legs.
- The arms will be lying on either sides.
- Keep the legs comfortably apart and ideally rested on the floor.
- The heels will have to face each other.
- Ensure that the feet edges are touching the ground.
- Your feet must remain at right angles to your legs.
- Keep the toes pointed outwards.
- Now raise your head and trunk.
- Bring the right hand under your left shoulder.
- Lightly grasp the left shoulder with your right hand.
- Place the left hand on the right shoulder.
- Lightly grasp the right shoulder with your left hand.
- In this position, there will be a ‘double triangle’ with the folded elbows remaining above one another.
- Your forearms will also be crossing the opposite upper arms.
- Rest the forehead on this double triangle.
- Dip your face in the space within the double triangle.
- Lightly close the eyes and relax.
- Practise abdominal breathing.
- Stay in this position till you feel comfortable.
- Gradually resume the sitting position.
Advantages of Makarasana Yoga
- Flatulence and scoliosis are prevented.
- The small intestines are stimulated. This aids the digestive process.
- High blood pressure is reduced.
- Genito-urinary disorders are cured.
- Breathing problems are solved.
- This asana is ideal after any strenuous work or asana.
