Yogendraji in Ekpadpavanmuktasana

Yogendraji in Ekpadpavanmuktasana posture.
Pavanamuktasana-The Air Free Posture.
This asana very simple to perform yet has plenty of benefits. The practice of this posture releases flatulence and helps relieve indigestion and constipation. One can enjoy the benefits of this asana by performing either in the dynamic way or you can remain in the posture for one to two minutes breathing normally.
-As a variation to this asana shown in the image, Stand with your feet together and hands at the sides.
-Lift your right leg, bending it at the knee and with both your hands press the knee on your abdomen.
-Hold the position for a few seconds and bring your leg down. Repeat with the other leg. 


The asana improves and strengthens lower back, hips and thighs. The intra-abdominal compression provides good circulation and massage to your abdomen and pelvic viscera. It stretches your arms, shoulders and neck.

This posture gives relief to flatulence by quickening the movement and expulsion of the intestinal flatus. A flabby abdomen, subnormal functions of the abdominal viscera and pelvic organs respond favourably to this posture. There is a deep internal pressure massage and stretching of the network of muscles, ligaments and tendons of the waist zone and the pelvis. It cures chronic constipation, sluggish liver, weak functioning of the abdominal and the pelvic organs.