Purvottanasana (Upward Plank Pose): Steps, Benefits & Best Tips
Purvottanasana Purvottanasana (otherwise called Purvottanasan) or Upward Plank Pose is an asana that works on your solidarity and helps open up the Sahasrara chakra. It is the upset posture of the ordinary board asana. This Asana requires a touch of equilibrium and coordination to guarantee a positive outcome. Other names Upward Plank Pose Incline Plank Pose Inverted Plank Pose Etymology/Origin of the Asana From head to toe, the forward portion of the body is considered 'east' in Yogic sciences. Thus this Asana alludes to the front of the body being locked in for this Asana. 'Ut tana' signifies extreme stretch. As the name demonstrates, the forward portion of the body gets extended completely from the toes to the highest point of the head. Asana implies pose. Hence, the name of the Asana addresses the extending of the whole front facing side of the body. Level Intermediate Type Supine Duration Beginner : 5-10 seconds Intermediate : 25-30 seconds Expert : 1-2 minut