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English name: Salutation Pose
Sanskrit name: Namaskarasana

Difficulty level: Basic

Technique

1. Stand, feet slightly more than hip width apart.
2. Bend the knees and lower into a squatting position, bring the buttocks as close to the ground as possible. Keep the back straight and the feet flat on the floor
3. Bring the palms together in front of the chest in prayer position. Use the elbows against the knees, pushing the legs open. Try to align the hips, knees and ankles to open the hips as much as possible.
4. Look up.
5. Hold the pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Breathing

• Breathe normally in the final position.

Benefits

• Anatomical - opens and increases the flexibility of the hips. Strengthens the thighs, knees and ankles.