In the science of yoga, 10 gates have been told in the human body. The soul enters and exits the body through these gates. This is a matter of yogis who have attained the heights of yoga science. But even in this condition the great yogis of India have created Yoga asana. The gate is also called ‘Parigha’ in Sanskrit. To make these ten gates healthy, yogis have created Parighasana. This asana is a wonderful yoga asana that benefits 10 parts of the body simultaneously.
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What is Parighasana?
Parighasana is a Sanskrit word, this word is made up of two words. The first word Parigh means door, door or gate. The second word asana refers to standing, bending or sitting in a particular position, it is also called pose or posture in English. Parighasana is also called Gate Pose or Gate Pose in the English language.
Parighasana is a yoga posture of the Vinyasa style of yoga science. The time to do this is done from one side for 30 seconds. After this repetition has to be done, it is a yogasana of simple difficulty or basic level.
With regular practice of this asana, Upperback, Feet and Ankles, Hamstrings, Chest, Buttocks, Neck, Pelvic, Psoas ), Quadriceps etc. muscles are strengthened.
Benefits of doing Parighasana:
Regular practice of Parighasana gives many important benefits to the body. As,
- Provides good stretch to the hamstrings, calves and adductor muscles.
- Gives good stretch to the rib muscles.
- Eliminates breathing problems.
- Gives good stretch to the torso muscles.
- Opens and stretches the chest and shoulder muscles.
- Stimulates the lungs and abdominal muscles.
Correct way to do Parighasana:
- Gradually increase the practice to perform parighasana and do not practice this asana if there is discomfort.
- Never put pressure on the shoulders or knees.
- Always make sure that the warm-up has been done and the core muscles have been activated.
- If you feel any discomfort or pain at any time, do not apply any pressure.
- Slowly stop practicing the asana and relax.
- For the first time, do this asana only under the supervision of a yoga guru.
Method of making:
- Sit on the yoga mat in the position of Vajrasana, the ankles of the feet will be bent inwards.
- Stretch the right leg by taking it out to the right.
- Bend the hips outward but the knee will remain on the top.
- The outstretched leg should be in line with the bent knee.
- While the bent knee should be under the hip of the same leg.
- Take a deep breath and stretch the left hand over the head.
- Stretch in such a way that the body starts expanding.
- The hand should be near the ear.
- While the shoulder blades will remain firmly pressed against the back.
- While exhaling start bending to the right side.
- Rest the right hand on the thigh, ankle or foot.
- Look up at the sky. During this the neck will remain taut and straight.
- Take a deep breath and stay in this position, while inhaling, bring the inner part of the thigh closer.
- Pull the stomach inwards and release the asana while rising.
- Exhale and bring the stretched leg back to normal.
- When the breathing rate is normal, repeat the asana from the other side.
Important Notes:
- Parighasana should be practiced only in the morning.
- If you are doing these asanas in the evening, then take food 4 to 6 hours before, defecate before the asana and the stomach should be completely empty.
Precautions:
Avoid practicing parighasana if you have the following problems.
- Do not do this asana if there is pain in the spine.
- Parighasana should not be done in case of knee pain or neck pain.
- Do not raise your hand if there is a problem of shoulder pain.
- Heart and high blood pressure patients should not do this asana.
- In the beginning, do Parighasana under the supervision of a yoga trainer and you can also do this asana on your own when balance is achieved.
- Before practising parighasana, definitely consult a doctor.
