This pose is named after Lord Vishnu resting on the couch. Start by lying flat on the mat and then turn onto your left side. Raise the head and rest it on the left hand, the left elbow on the ground. Then raise the right knee, bend it and catch the right big toe between the right thumb and index and middle fingers of the right hand. Straighten the right leg and right arm while exhaling and hold the pose for about thirty seconds while breathing easily. Then slowly come out of the pose and relax.
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Benefits: Strengthening Pelvic region. Hamstring and quadriceps muscles are toned. Good for backaches and prevents the development of hernia.