The
meaning of Ugra in Sanskrit is difficult, frightening. It seems that due to this
reason only it is named Ugrasana. Because we see that while practising even Pascimatanasana
some persons experience difficulties. Ugrasana is a still further development
of Paschimatanasana. Some call this 'Bhunamanasana' also. Technique :- 1. Sit, stretching
both the legs together in front.
2. Spread out both the legs towards
your both sides as much as possible.
3. Hold the toes of both the legs
with respective index fingers.
4. Keep bending forward slowly till your
forehead touches the ground.
5. After maintaining for few seconds raise
the head release the toes and come back to the original position.
Remember
:-
1. In the beginning there is no harm if you are unable to touch
the ground. Gradually increase the practice of bending forward.
2. Do
not make haste. Sometimes there is danger of getting a jerk in the back. If by
mistake you get the jerk and experience the pain in back practise Savasana.
3. While practising this, muscles of thighs are stretched so practise it
carefully.
4. The legs should not bend at knees.
Benefits and Limitations.:-
1. Its practice strengthens the abdomen
and removes the possibility of sciatica.
2. This removes constipation
and dyspepsia.
3. Those suffering from chronic constipation or have complaint
of ulcer in abdomen should not practise it.
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