33. Veerasana

Veer means a warrior or a victor.

It is useful for meditation and pranayama.

Following are the steps to perform 'Veerasana' 

Kneel on the floor with knees together and feet 18 inches apart.

Keep your hips on the floor but do not rest your body on your feet. 

Keep your feet next to your thighs.

Keep the wrists on the knees Palms should be turned upwards and the thumb and first finger should be joined Other fingers should be open, Keep the back straight and rigid.

Stay in this position for as long as possible by taking deep breaths.

Then let the palm rest on the knee for some time.

Benefits of 'Veerasana'

This asana cures knee pain due to arthritis.

The flatness in the soles disappears.

The ankles and feet are stressed in this asana so that proper arch is created but it takes a long time, For this do this asana for a few minutes every day for several months.

If there is pain in the heel or a bone growth in the heel, it heals.

This asana can also be done immediately after eating, and it will lighten the heavy stomach.