Makarasana (Crocodile Pose) is one of the easiest asanas which is useful in case of back problem and knee problem. Lots of people suffer from slipped disk and sciatica problems. This pose is an excellent pose for stretching and strengthening the back.

Makarasana Step 1

How to Practice Makarasana?

1. Lie on your stomach.
2. Raise the head and rest the chin on your palms suported by the elbows.
3. The position of the elbows should be little wider than the shoulder
4. If you want to stretch the knees and back further then with inhalation fold the knee and try to touch the buttocks with the heels and with exhalation straighten the legs. Repeat this for 15-20 times. Keep the awareness on the spine. This will help in recovering from the back problems faster

Makarasana Step 2

Benefits of Makarasana

1. As mentioned above, this pose is good for people suffering from Slipped Disk, Sciatica and Lower back problems.
2. People with knee pain benefit from the knee movement.
3. As the lungs open up when body stays up, it benefits patients of Asthama

Precaution
If you feel severe back pain while performing this asana then come out of this pose.

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