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Scale Pose (Tolasana)

Interesting Fact Tolasana, or Scale Pose, is a powerful arm-balancing pose that requires strength and focus. Named after the shape of a balancing scale, this pose symbolizes equilibrium of mind and body.

Benefits

  • Physical Benefits:
    • Strengthens the arms, shoulders, wrists, and core.
    • Stretches the muscles of the arms, thighs, and hamstrings.
    • Improves balance and stability.
    • Stimulates digestion and enhances abdominal organ function.
  • Energetic Benefits:
    • Activates the Manipura (Solar Plexus) Chakra, boosting confidence and personal power.
    • Stimulates the Anahata (Heart) Chakra, promoting emotional balance and compassion.
  • Mental Benefits:
    • Reduces stress and anxiety.
    • Enhances focus and concentration.
    • Promotes a sense of calm and well-being.

Contraindications

  • Wrist or shoulder injuries.
  • Lower back pain.
  • High blood pressure.
  • Pregnancy (consult a doctor).

Practice Guide Performing Tolasana

  1. Starting Position: Begin in Padmasana (Lotus Pose). Place your hands on the floor beside your hips.
  2. Lift: Press your palms firmly into the floor, engage your core, and lift your body off the ground, balancing on your hands.
  3. Hold: Keep your legs crossed and lifted, maintaining the pose for several breaths.
  4. Dristi (Gaze): Focus your gaze on a fixed point to help maintain balance.
  5. Bandhas: Engage Mula Bandha (root lock) and Uddiyana Bandha (abdominal lock) to support the lift and maintain core stability.
  6. Mudras: Keep your hands firmly grounded, fingers spread wide for stability.

Exiting the Pose

  1. Lower: Slowly lower your body back to the ground, releasing the lift.
  2. Rest: Take a moment in Padmasana (Lotus Pose) to rest and realign your spine.

Counter Poses

  1. Balasana (Child’s Pose): Relaxes the spine and shoulders.
  2. Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend): Stretches the back and hamstrings.

Pro Tips

  • Use blocks under your hands if you can’t comfortably lift your body off the floor.
  • Ensure your spine remains long and avoid rounding your back.
  • Practice deep, even breathing to enhance the lift and maintain stability.
  • Focus on slow, controlled movements to prevent injury.
  • Engage your core throughout the pose to support the lift and maintain balance.

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