"Uttana" means 'raised' and 'manduka' means frog in sanskrit. The final position of the this posture resembles the shape of a raised frog and hence the name.
Technique:
- Sit in Vajrasana and spread the knees apart with the heels besides buttocks.
- Raise your right arm and place the palm on the left shoulder blade.
- Similarly place the left palm on the right shoulder blade.
- Expand the chest and breath normally.
Benefits:
- It increases the joint movements of the shoulder and thus helps in frozen shoulder.
- Useful practice in the management of cervical spondylosis.
- It broadens the chest and therefore recommended for asthma and bronchitis.
- It strengthens the lower limbs and increases circulation in pelvic region.
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