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Chakki Chalanasana (Mill-churning pose)

April 8, 2009
Sit on a yoga mat, with your back straight. Stretch out your legs in front of you. Let the insides of your feet touch lightly. Hold your hands together, interlocking your fingers. Now move your torso forward, with your hands moving also, in a circular fashion, clockwise. The movement must be similar to what you would do if churning an old-fashioned mill. Simultaneously your torso would move too, in tandem with your hands.

Inhale as you move backwards, and exhale as you move forwards. Do this five times on your first attempt. Slowly build up stamina up to 30 rounds.

Benefits
It tones and tightens a sagging stomach. It works out the entire pelvic region, especially the uro-genital system. It gets rid of stress-induced backache and strengthens the back. It strengthens knees. Detoxifies. It is a mood-elevator.

Also see: Yoga, health and diet tips for women

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