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g) It enhances blood circulation.

h) It is also helpful in reducing extra fat around the waistline.

Contraindications of Trikonasana:

a) If you are suffering from diarrhea, low or high blood pressure, back injury or migraine,
avoid the practice of trikonasana.

b) The individuals having cervical spondylosis should not perform this asana.

Diabetes

Diabetes is such a disorder that it causes sugar to build up in our blood stream instead of

being used by the cells in the body.

Procedure, benefits and contraindications for Pawanmuktasana

Procedure

lie down on you back on a plain surface. Keep your feet together and place your arms beside

your body. Take a deep breath. When you exhale bring your knees towards your chest. At

the same time press your thighs on your abdomen. Clasp your hands around your legs. Hold
the asana when you breathe normally. Every time you inhale, ensure that you loosen the

grip. Exhale and release the pose after you rock and roll from side to side three times.

Benefits of Pawanmuktasana:

a) It eases the tension in lower back.

b) It enhances the blood circulation in pelvic area.

c) It stimulates the reproductive organs.

d) It helps to cure menstrual disorders.

e) It helps in reducing the fats of the thighs, buttocks and abdominal area.

f) It strengthens the abdominal muscles.

g) It also massages the intestines and organs of digestive system which helps in releasing the