Supta means sleep, in this asana one should lie on the floor and extend the hands behind the head.
Following are the steps to perform 'Supta Veerasana'
Sit in Veerasana.
Exhale, Bend the torso back and lay first elbow of one hand to floor and then lay the elbow of the other hand to the floor.
Extend your arms and lighten the load first on one elbow and then on the other.
First touch the scalp to the floor then slowly touch the back of the head and then the back to the floor.
Bring the arms over the head and extend them straight back.
Stay in this position for as long as possible by taking deep breaths, then place your hands next to your torso.
Press the elbows to the floor and exhale and sit again.
Beginners can keep the some distance between their knees.
Benefits of the 'Supta Veerasana'
This asana strengthens the abdominal organs and abdominal region as they are stretched.
Those who have cramps in their feet can do this asana for 10 to 15 minutes and get relief.
This asana is useful for those who have to walk or stand for long periods of time.
This asana can be done after sometime after meals.
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