Pawanmuktasana series

Part I
The concept of asanas in Yoga system commences with Pawanmuktasana series. The main idea behind these asanas is to provide suppleness in the areas of body joints. We cannot practice these asnaas properly without allowing suitable suppleness in the joints. Pawanamuktasana offers right practice for making the joints supple. This asana is quite important for those people who aspire to do something great in the field of higher stages Yoga. You cannot go for higher stages asanas without proper practice of this asana. The proper practice of this asana provides flexibility in the joints and removes the hardness of the muscles. You cannot forego this asana as the subtle effect of this easy and natural practice affects the entire body and mind.

Etymologically this word - pawanmuktasana signifies three aspects which are pawana namely air, wind or the vital breath, mukta is free and asana means the sitting posture; thus this is a yoga posturethrough which the stagnant air of the body joints is expelled. These stagnant airs are the reason behind arthritis. The practice of this asana has a positive and subtle impact even regarding the heart ailments and high blood pressure. The best part is that one can perform this regardless of any age consideration. Wherefore, these days this is being applied as naturopathy and has become a popular part of modern medicine.

As most of the diseases are psychological, Yoga is a method through which we can get into the hidden facts of mind. Yoga provides agility and vigour and sets one stress free in just a few moments. This helps in restraining the mind and in the development of consciousness through which one can realize the main reason behind the stress. Further depending upon the skill, knowledge and personality one can also get the solution. Yoga raises the level of consciousness and establishes a better understanding between the mind and the body. This removes every dilemma and physical afflictions. The initial part of Pawanmuktasana is quite successful in the amelioration of joints related problems.

Part II
This series of Pawanmuktasana is mainly concerned with the Digestive System. The digestive system plays an important role in the health of a particular person. One is indeed fortunate if he/she has no problem with his/her digestive system. However these days almost everyone complains of Constipation, Acidity, Excess wind or gas, the loss of appetite. In this respect this group of Asanas will prove a real blessing. Yoga advocates great emphasis on the healthiness of digestive systems. These Asanas are also helpful regarding Varicose Veins, Asthma, Diabetes and even Sexual Disorders.

Part III
The third series of Pawanamuktasana helps in maintaining the equilibrium of unbalanced energy in the body. These asanas sustain the energy flows and break down neuro-muscular knots. They eliminate the stiffness of the shoulder muscles and the spinal chord by removing the energy blockages. Further they charge the lungs and heart and revitalize the endocrine functions. Those persons who have trouble with their genital organs or those who suffer with problems like early ejaculation or weakness are also benefited. For females these asanas are particularly helpful in regulating their menstruation. Even pregnant women can resume the practice just after two months of delivery that helps toning up their flaccid muscles around girdle zone after childbirth. Thus we can easily surmise that people who are conscious of maintaining their youthful energy should work vigorously upon these asanas.