The Health Benefits of Uttanasana

It is part of the Surya Namaskar series, and often used as part of a Vinyasa transition between yoga poses and benefits.

* Uttanasana helps provide a complete stretching exercise to the entire back side of your body.

* It has been observed that this asana helps rejuvenate the spinal nerves of a person and also tones the kidneys, liver, and spleen.

* Those suffering from depression would find Uttanasana to be quite helpful, as it helps make the mind peaceful and calm.

* Practicing this asana helps improve the flexibility of various body parts, including the spine, hips, sciatic nerves, tendons and ligaments of legs.

* By soothing the brain cells, Uttanasana helps revitalize and invigorate the nervous system.

* This asana has proved to be beneficial for people suffering from anxiety. It also improves eyesight and hearing.

* Uttanasana improves blood circulation in the legs and also increases the suppleness of the hamstrings.

* This asana provides nourishment to the facial skin, scalp, and even the hair roots.