1.- Utkatasana: What is it?
Utkatasana, or chair pose, is a powerful standing Yoga Asana that requires balance, stability, and strength. The arms are extended up along the ears, while the knees are bent as if sitting on a chair.
Traditionally, utkatasana is believed to activate the svadisthana chakra and as such is associated with creativity and determination. Stimulating this chakra through utkatasana is believed to encourage inner acceptance and promote focus and productivity.
2.- Utkatasana: Etymology and Practice
2.1.- Meaning
Utkatasana means ‘strong posture’: Utkata, which means ‘exceeding the usual measure, immense, gigantic’ Asana, which means ‘posture’. This asana is often known as the chair pose, because it seems as if we are sitting on an invisible chair. Although in reality it is more of a throne.
2.2.- Instructions
Begin in mountain pose, with your big toes touching.
Inhale, slightly bend your knees and raise your arms above your head.
Pull your shoulder blades down and your navel in (don’t collapse into your lower back).
Lift your chest up, rising through your heart.
Breathe while holding the pose.
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3.- Utkatasana strengthens the Svadhishthana Chakra
Yoga has the ability to activate the Chakras, and thanks to this we can obtain tranquility and inner peace as a result. These form an element of our physical and energetic body, which we must take into account if we want to work on our spirituality and modulate our mind efficiently.
This activation method will be reflected in a better physical and mental sensation, and in a better behavior towards our entity and towards those that surround us.
“We must recognize that part of our life is governed by this center of power; we may find that this part occupies most of our living space”
Enmanuel Torras Mata
The Chakra that is associated with the color orange and the element of Water, is the second Chakra is Svadhishthana. Where dreams, desires, fantasies, the center of pleasure and pain are awakened… Our feelings and emotions have a great influence on this center, and unfortunately, also the harmful impulses of the mind.
4.- Utkatasana: Benefits
4.1.- Physical benefits
.Utkatasana is a perfect Asana for strengthening the legs. It also strengthens the back muscles and helps stiff shoulders. At first it looks like a simple Asana, but if done correctly, it develops our overall endurance and body strength. Spinal lengthening lifts the diaphragm, massaging the heart
4.2.- Energy benefits
The mind swings like a pendulum from the past to the future. Yogis practice to bring the mind into the present moment. A moving mind finds it difficult to reflect on the Higher Consciousness. The mind needs to be trained to lock in a point in time with the body. This Asana generates great energy in the body, while facilitating the connection of the mind with our Consciousness.
5.- Utkatasana: Contraindications and Precautions
People with high blood pressure should refrain from raising their arms, alternatively you can keep your palms on your hips. If you have knee conditions, you should not bend your knees too much. You can perform the pose with your back against the wall. If you have flat feet, curl your toes.
Avoid this position if you have a prolapsed uterus or are in your first trimester of pregnancy.
Utkatasana is a safe position, but should be performed with caution if you suffer from knee, hip, and shoulder joint problems.
It should also be done with some precautions in those who suffer from headaches, insomnia problems or very low blood pressure.
Watch out for recent or chronic injuries to your back, hips, knees, or shoulders.
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Muy buen trabajo Fran!
Muy bien expuesto el tema y con amplias miras,muy bien trabajado,aconsejo su lectura a los que tengan alguna duda al respecto Becky Ahmed Inga
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