(1) This asana helps to remove certain defects of the spine. As the spine is arched backwards in this asana, it removes a hunch, if any. The spine becomes flexible and elastic.
(2) The regular practice of this asana awakens and sublimates Kundalini Shakti.
(3) This asana exercises and activates the thorax, the spine and the neck.
(4) It stimulates the secretion from all the glands and makes the glands active with the result that one feels healthy and joyful.
(5) It strengthens the joints and the muscles of the legs.
(6) One who suffers from diabetes can derive benefits by practising this asana because this asana activates all the cells of the pancreas. The pancreas gets an increased blood supply and therefore begins to function normally.
( 7) It alleviates the disorders of the abdominal organs, the liver, the kidney, the spleen, etc. and strengthens them.
(8) It is a sure remedy for indigestion, gas-trouble, constipation and piles.
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