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Practical 16

Sukshma Vyayama

(Leg Joints)

Sukshma vyayama (SV) means Subtle Exercises. This is also called yogic warm-
up. It is a series of practices. These practices are for joints (synovial joints) of our Note
body. It improves flexibility and prepares our body for intermediate group of asanas
or classic asanas.

Aim

To perform the series of Leg Joints.

After completion of this practical, you will be able to perform and demonstrate
the series of practice of Leg Joints in appropriate format.

Requirements

• Yoga mat–1

• Cylindrical cushion (1-2 ft length and thickness 10-15 cm)– 1

Preparation of Yoga classroom

• The room should be clean and well ventilated
Preparation of practitioner

• Wear comfortable loose, light cotton clothes (Not too tight)

• Remove accessories like spectacles, wrist watches, belt etc before practice

Procedure

All the practices of S V are performed while sitting on the floor in the initial
position (prarambhik sthiti) as given below

• Sit with the legs outstretched in front and palms on the floor beside the hip,
fingers pointing backwards.

• Maintain head, neck and back in a straight line, and take support of the
arms

• Close the eyes and relax the whole body

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