Practice:
Stand with legs together. Relax the body. >Inhale deeply. >Exhaling raise the right leg, bending the knee, clasp the hands around the leg and pull it towards the body. Upper body and head remain erect. >Inhaling lower the leg to the floor. >Repeat the exercise with the left leg.

Benefits:
Helps to relieve digestive disturbances, flatulence and back pain. Stretches the muscles of the lower back and hips. Promotes leg stability, sense of balance and increased concentration.

Asana is included in the following categories:
Asanas and Exercises to Relax Muscles of the Lumbar Spine and Prevent Sciatic Problems
Asanas and Exercises to Improve Leg Stability
Asanas and Exercises to Improve Balance