Exercise Videos
Yoga
Both Legs Raised Pose/ Uttana Padasana
By FITTR
0 min read
20 Jun 2022
Preparation
This pose helps in strengthening the abdominal muscles, digestive system and lower back and massaging the abdominal organs. Let's look at the steps: Lie down on your back with your hands beside the hips, palms facing downwards This is the starting position.
Method
Step 1
Inhale, and raise both the legs up to 90 degrees
Step 2
Keep your legs straight, toes relaxed
Step 3
Don't bend your knees, don't lift your hips off the floor
Step 4
Gaze up at your toes
Step 5
Hold the posture for 5 breaths
Step 6
If your back is weak, you can slightly bend your knees while raising your both legs up and straighten your legs once they are up in 90 degrees
Step 7
Now Exhale, slowly lower both the legs down on the floor and come to the starting position
Step 8
Precautions: People with high blood pressure or serious back problems like sciatica or slipped disc should not perform this posture.
