Practice:
Lie on the back. >Come into Sarvangasana and support the back with the hands. >Bring the legs into Padmasana and hold this position for approximately 1 minute. Slowly return to the starting position.

Variation:
In the posture turn the pelvis and the legs to the right and support the right buttock on the right hand. Hold this position for approximately 1 minute. >Then turn the pelvis and legs to the left and support the left buttock on the left hand. Also hold this position for approximately 1 minute. Slowly return to the starting position.

Benefits:
Stimulates function of the thyroid gland, kidneys and abdominal organs. Stimulates circulation and the breath. Strengthens the arms and the entire muscles of the trunk.

Caution:
This Asana should not be practiced with a hyperactive thyroid or high blood pressure.

Asana is included in the following categories:
Asanas and Exercises to Activate the Thyroid Gland