Improve balance and concentration
Natarajasana requires high concentration, helps the brain control balance and concentration, and helps improve neuromuscular coordination.
Strengthen leg muscles
Standing legs in natarajasana will bear the weight of the body, helping to strengthen the muscles in the thighs, calves and ankles.
Enhance the flexibility of the spine
When you arch your back to perform natarajasana, this helps promote spinal flexibility, stretching and toning the muscles along the spine.
Open your chest and shoulders
The backward leg stretch opens the chest and shoulders, improves respiratory function, and promotes better posture.
Improve hip flexor flexibility
The leg raise position helps stretch and strengthen the hip flexors, contributing to increased flexibility and reduced stiffness.
How to do the pose
Step 1: Stand straight, arms along your body.
Step 2: Transfer your body weight to one leg.
Step 3: Bend the knee of the other leg, bringing the heel toward the hip.
Step 4: Move the corresponding hand back and grasp the ankle.
Step 5: Inhale, lift the opposite arm high.
Step 6: Holding the raised foot on your hand, stretch your leg back and arch your spine.
Step 7: Maintain balance while looking forward.
