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How to Do Naukasana (Boat Pose)
Naukasana (Boat Pose) is a popular yoga posture that helps strengthen the core muscles, improve balance, and enhance spinal flexibility.
Steps to Perform Naukasana
- Sit in Sukhasana (Easy Pose) or a comfortable cross-legged position.
- Slowly inhale and extend both legs straight in front of your body.
- Raise both arms overhead while inhaling.
- As you exhale, stretch your arms forward to shoulder level.
- Simultaneously lift both legs without bending the knees, forming a 45°-60° angle with the floor.
- Balance your body on your buttocks while keeping the spine slightly curved forward.
- Keep both arms parallel to the floor, with the hands reaching toward the knees.
- Focus your gaze on your palms and engage the core muscles.
- Feel the stretch and contraction in the abdomen, thighs, and lower back.
- Breathe normally and hold the posture for a few breaths.
- Exhale slowly and lower the arms and legs back to the floor.
- Relax in Dandasana (Staff Pose) and repeat the posture 3-4 times.
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Benefits of Naukasana
Improves balance and stability of the lumbar and pelvic regions.
Helps tone the abdomen and may support belly fat reduction when combined with a healthy lifestyle.
Enhances spinal flexibility and posture.
Reduces stiffness in the thighs, waist, and lower back.
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Indications
Beneficial for individuals experiencing lumbar nerve compression or lower back pain.
Useful as a stretching and strengthening exercise for sportspersons and athletes.
It may help support weight management and reduce excess body fat when practised regularly as part of a healthy lifestyle.
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Contraindications
Avoid or practice under expert supervision if you have:
Recent fractures or major injuries.
Severe back pain or spinal disorders.
Tendon, ligament, or muscle injuries.
Recent abdominal surgery.
Hernia or serious abdominal conditions.
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Who Can Practice Naukasana?
Children above 14 years of age and adults up to 50 years of age can practice Naukasana.
Individuals with a basic level of fitness and mobility.
Who Should Avoid Naukasana?
Pregnant women.
Older adults with balance issues or limited mobility unless guided by a qualified yoga instructor.
Individuals with severe back, neck, hip, or knee injuries.
People recovering from surgery or serious musculoskeletal conditions.
Adults above 60-70 years of age.
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