Paripurna means whole. This asana got its name from the fact that it looks like a boat equipped with whales.
Following are the steps to perform 'Paripurna Naavasana'
Sit on the floor with your legs spread straight in front, palms on the floor near your hips, fingers pointing towards your feet, keep your arms straight and your back straight.
Exhale, Keep the torso locked at the back and at the same time lift the feet off the ground.
Be careful not to let any part of the spine touch the floor.
The angle of the toe should be 60 to 65 degrees.
Lift the palms from the floor and extend the arms forward keeping them parallel to the floor and close to the thighs.
Stay in this position breathing as usual for half a minute and gradually increase this time to one minute.
Exhale, lower your arms, place your feet on the floor, lie down and rest.
Benefits of 'Paripurna Naavasana'
This asana relieves people who have a gas problem due to flatulence and those who have stomach problems.
This asana reduces waist fat and strengthens the kidneys.
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