Yogasanas for the feet
January 5, 2009
The beginnings of our bodies’ backs are the soles of our feet. The walking and sitting in today’s fast world results in clumping effects. This is because the small tiny bones and ligaments in the feet have limited range of motion. The ankles, feet and the lower part of the back become solid and fixed instead of being sensitive and a little adjustable. Due to this stiffness, it becomes difficult to move. When the foot is out of line, the ankle, knee, pelvis and the lower back follows it. This misalignment is caused by the way we walk, sit, run or stand, thus resulting in severe pain.
Here are some exercises which can help our feet out:
1. Vajrasana- the thunder pose: Start by kneeling down on the floor, and keep the knees together but the feet apart by 16 inches. The hips should be on the floor and the sole should face upwards. The hands should be on the thighs, and the waist on the knees. The back, neck and the head should be in a straight line. Practice this pose after the meals as it helps in removing the heaviness from the stomach and it cures arthritis.
2. Ankle circles: This exercise is good for the feet as it increases the blood circulation in the legs. Sit on a chair and lift one leg with the knee straight. Now with your big toe, draw a circle in the air. Now draw the circle in reverse. Make sure that the leg is straight. Repeat with the other leg. This exercise makes one feel good.
3. Pick marbles with your toes: Sit on a chair and rest your feet on the floor. Now with the help of your toes, pick ten marbles. Repeat this 5 times with the toes of both the legs.
4. Baddha konasana-cobbler pose: Sit on the floor with your legs stretched out in front of you. Now lift the right leg so that the sole is firmly on the ground and the knee is facing the cling. Keep the fold tight, and release it to the right. Do the same with the left leg. Join both the soles together. Now hold the toes with your hands. Keep pressing the heels into each other. Stretch the knee to the sides. Breathe smoothly with your nose. Hold the pose for some time and then release.
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