ARDHA KURMASANA: Half Tortoise Pose

BENEFITS:

A rejuvenation pose
Provides deep relaxation
Relieves stress
Aids migraine prevention or treatment
Helps with insomnia
Assists in relieving digestion difficulties and constipation
Stretches lower parts of lungs, increases lung capacity
Excellent for respiratory conditions
Increases circulation to the brain
Firms abdomen and thighs
Increases flexibility of hip joints
Improves mobility of shoulder girdle and associated muscle (deltoids, triceps, latissimus dorsi)
Increases flexibility in hips