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July 9, 2012
Surya (Ravi) Mudra – Surya means sun. The sun is a source of energy. The Surya Mudra attracts energy of the Sun. This mudra reduces the Earth (Prithvi) Element and increases the Fire (Agni) Element in the body.
The Surya Mudra helps with weight loss. It is said to help lower bad cholesterol. This Mudra also fires up the metabolism and body temperature. Surya helps strengthen eyesight.
How To:
Place the tip of your Thumb on the tip of your Ring finger.
This Mudra can also be done by placing the pad of your Thumb over the second section of your ring finger.
Practice his Mudra daily at any time. You can practice this Mudra while standing, sitting, or even walking. You can practice this Mudra on each hand separately or together.
Shuni Mudra is used in various pranayama techniques as well as meditation, but try it in some other asanas:
Tadasana (Mountain Pose)
Vrkasana (Tree Pose)
Virabhadrasana I (Warrior I)
Virabhadrasana II (Warrior II)
Try using Shuni Mudra during centering at the beginning of your Yoga Practice & during Meditation & Pranayama.
You can also try Mudras in your everyday life. Try the Surya Mudra while watching TV or waiting in line.
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May 1, 2012
The Linga Mudra, the upright mudra (Linga = thumb in sanskrit) increases your body’s inner heat (use this mudra when you are chilled). It improves digestive health and boosts your immune system. This is perfect for use when you are feeling under the weather.
Try LINGA MUDRA to help with allergies, colds, coughs and asthma. Linga Mudra is said to help with weight loss. Because of the heat this mudra generates, you can sometimes experience fatigue after it’s use.
HOW TO:
- Interlace the fingers of both hands together
- Raise your Right Thumb
- Circle your right thumb with your left thumb and index fingers
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April 4, 2012
The Bear Grip Yoga Mudra is used to help with concentration and stimulates the heart chakra and strengthens the heart. Helps to bring intensity to your yoga practice.
How To:
Bring your arms in front of your body at chest level.
Left palm facing out, thumb down.
Right palm faces in toward your body, thumb facing up.
Curl your fingers to look like a Bear Claw
Hook fingers together.
Gently pull your elbows apart.
Use BEAR Grip MUDRA in the Sea-Saw Shoulder Stretch:
Bring your hands to Bear Grip Mudra
Relax your shoulders
Gently pull your arms in opposite directions (Don’t loosen your Bear grip)
Inhale, raise your right elbow (lower left elbow)
Exhale, raise your left elbow (lower right)
Continue sea-sawing your arms moving with your breath and increase speed
Practice for a few minutes
This is a great warm up for shoulders and helps relieve tension.
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