Supta Baddha konasana, How to do and Benefits : Reclining Butter Fly pose

 

 

In this article we will talk about "Supta Baddha konasana, how to do and benefits". The name comes from the Sanskrit words, Baddha meaning "bound", "Koṇa" meaning "angle", and "Āsana" meaning "posture".

Supta Baddha konasana is also know as "Reclining Butter Fly pose".

This is best pose for stretching hip and groin region.​​

 

How to do

a. Sit on the mat with your straight legs in front of you.

b. Now bend your knees and bring the sole of both of your feet together.

c. Gradually lean back and lie down on your back.

d. Now inhale deep and relax, hold this position for some time approx-5min and then come back to the normal position.

 

Benefits of Supta Baddha konasana ​​

 

1. Improve flexibility

2. Stretch and strength inner thigh and hips

3. It helps in weight loss

4. It improve digestion

5. Calmness 

6. Relieve stress

7. Regulate blood pressure

8. Reduce Depression