UTKATASANA
Sitting in a chair may sound very easy and comfortable. But sitting in an imaginary chair might be a little challenging! And this is exactly what we do in Utkatasana or Chair Pose. The literal meaning of Utkatasana is intense posture or powerful posture. ( Utkat =Intense, Powerful; Asana = Posture/Pose; pronounced as U-t-kat- asana). You need just a little bit of determination to stay longer in the Chair Posture. Make sure you read the contraindications before you start. Stand erect with your feet slightly apart. Stretch your hands to the front with palms facing downwards. Do not bend your elbows. Bend the knees and gently push your pelvis down as if you are sitting in an imaginary chair. Be comfortable or at least try to be! To get a better feel of the Chair Pose, imagine reading a newspaper or typing on a laptop as you remain seated. Ensure that you keep your hands parallel to the ground. With awareness, sit straight and lengthen your spine. Relax. Keep breat...