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1. MAKARASANA – THE CROCODILE
POSTURE

2.  Quote: “As you consciously relax your mind you gain a sense
of achievement.”
 At the Yoga Institute, we teach various types of pranayamas
and asanas. These include sitting, standing and lying down
asanas, they also include relaxation and breathing techniques.
 Makarasana commonly known as the crocodile pose is an
extremely effective in relaxing your mind while making it alert.
As we learn from nature, the most important quality of a
crocodile is that it is always conscious. Though it seems to be
sleeping, the moment it smells the prey or danger it will
become aware and act. This is exactly the quality we achieve
when we practice Makarasana regularly.
 This asana comes under the category of relaxation asanas
and it is an effective technique to overcome mental and
physical stress as well as calm the agitated mind. One should
not think this asana as just a simple asana to relax, its benefits
are boundless.

3. Let us now see how to perform this asana. The steps are as
follows:
 Lie down on the stomach making a pillow of your hands.
 Legs should be outstretched with toes inwards, touching each
other and heels apart.
 As you achieve this position, remain motionless and let go off
all the weight on the ground.
 Eyes will remain close, breathe normally and rhythmically.
 Remain in this posture for about 2 to 3 minutes.
 Gently open your eyes, turn to one side and be there for a few
seconds and sit up.
Like everything in life, even Makarasana has its
limitation and contraindication which caution its
practitioners.
 Psychological disorder like depression
 Cardiac condition
 Pregnancy

4. Makarasana has a plethora of benefits which can be divided
into three different categories:
Physical
 Deep relaxation of shoulders and spine
 Rejuvenate and relaxes mind and body completely
 Breathing becomes slow, deep and efficient
 Tension from body and mind is relieved.
Therapeutic
 Relieves tension from muscular and nervous system
 Relief from body ache, fatigue and insomnia
 Blood pressure, pulse rate and respiratory cycles normalizes
due to conscious relaxation
Psychological
 Concentration and focus is improved
 Induces meditative effect
 Calms the mind and thus anxiety is reduced

5. WRITE TO US
Reach us for any inquiries and we will get back to you
as soon as possible.
 The Yoga Institute, Near Our Lady of Grace
Church,
Madel Chorão, Tiswadi Goa, 403102
 goa@theyogainstitute.org
 +91 9307047148