Eka Pada Rajakapotasana - One-Legged King Pigeon Pose
- is an asana that is performed in the seated position. It is a backbend that causes the chest to puff up, therefore making the practitioner resemble a pigeon. The meaning of ‘Eka’ in Sanskrit is one, ‘pada’ is leg or foot, and ‘raja’ is king. The meaning of ‘kapota’ is dove or pigeon.Yoga has been practiced for more than 5,000 years, and currently, close to 11 million Americans are enjoying its health benefits. Most Westernized yoga classes focus on learning physical poses, which are called asanas. They also usually include some form of breathing technique and possibly a meditation technique as well.
Some yoga classes are designed purely for relaxation. But there are styles of yoga that teach you how to move your body in new ways. Choosing one of these styles offers the greatest health benefits by enabling you to develop your flexibility, strength, and balance. For more, see: http://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/the-health-benefits-of-yoga
