Prenatal Asana – Janu Sirasana

Janu Sirasana is a lovely posture that not only gives a nice stretch through the back line of the body but also helps reduce anxiety, fear and stress that can sometimes come up during pregnancy.

 

Asana (Sanskrit)	Janu Sirasana
Posture (English)	Head to Knee
Description / Explanation	From Dandasana bend one leg and bring that foot in towards your opposite inner thigh Feel the sits bones grounding down into the earth Fold forward from the hips, keeping the spine lengthened and melt the heart towards the earth Bring the belly to the inside of the lengthened leg
Benefits	Tones liver, spleen, kidneys Lengthens the spine Stretches the spine Improves digestion Reduce anxiety and fear Reduce high blood pressure
Contraindications
Notes	MODIFIED for prenatal participant. Strap or belt can be very helpful.