{"id":165961,"date":"2022-12-06T11:14:15","date_gmt":"2022-12-06T11:14:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=165961"},"modified":"2026-03-02T11:17:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T11:17:29","slug":"health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Upavistha Konasana (Seated Straddle Pose) and How to Do it By Dr. Ankit Sankhe"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e9209137292\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e9209137292\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it\/#What_Is_Upavistha_Konasana\" >What Is Upavistha Konasana?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it\/#How_to_Do_It\" >How to Do It?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it\/#Benefits_of_Upavistha_Konasana\" >Benefits of Upavistha Konasana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it\/#Risks_of_Upavistha_Konasana\" >Risks of Upavistha Konasana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-upavistha-konasana-and-how-to-do-it\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yoga originated in India and is called Indian philosophy. Yoga-based books like Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, written about 2000 years back, state that yoga consists of eight interrelated components. The first component consists of good behaviour towards others, the second consists of discipline, and the third is the practice of asanas. The fourth component consists of breathing exercises, and the fifth consists of sensory input control. The sixth component focuses on and concentrates on one subject; in the seventh component, the entire perpetual flow is directed towards the object. Finally, in the eighth component, the object is seen as inseparable from oneself. Contemporary yoga focuses on asanas and breathing and emphasises these components too. Yoga incorporating asanas includes Hatha, Sivananda, Iyengar and Ashtanga yoga<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s12671-017-0703-4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><\/sup>. Let us look at how one of the ashtanga yoga poses, upavistha konasana, helps us to focus on the various components.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Upavistha_Konasana\"><\/span><strong>What Is Upavistha Konasana?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The asana upavistha konasana is also known as the wide-angle pose. In English, \u2018upavistha\u2019 means open or wide, \u2018kona\u2019 means angle, and \u2018asana\u2019 means posture. Upavistha konasana may stimulate the root and the heart chakra. Upavistha konasana is a side split which is an advanced hip opener. The root chakra, also known as mooladhara chakra, is at the base of the spine and is related to confidence and survival instinct. The heart chakra is also known as anahata chakra and is related to compassion, love, wonder and beauty<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virabhavayoga.com\/blog\/2014\/8\/4\/pose-of-the-month-upavistha-konasana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group fact-box\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>Did You Know?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Upavistha konasana is an intermediate-level asana<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theyogicjournal.com\/pdf\/2019\/vol4issue1\/PartU\/5-1-6-638.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upavistha konasana is one of the preparatory poses for Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana, a variation of Janu Sirsasana, which involves bending in a twisting posture<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/mis.alagappauniversity.ac.in\/siteAdmin\/dde-admin\/uploads\/1\/__PG_PG%20DIPLOMA_Yoga_426%2012_Principles%20of%20Yoga%20Practices_Binder_1936.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Do_It\"><\/span><strong>How to Do It?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do upavistha asana in the following way:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>First, you can sit down comfortably on your buttocks.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrap your entire middle and index finger around your big toe and get a strong grip. To create an opposing action, press your big toe away from you, but pull it towards you with your fingers.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A strong abdomen will help you keep your chest upright while you lift your legs.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The trapezius muscles are the muscles that contract when the shoulder hunches up the ears. When the trapezius muscle is tensed, it affects the ability to balance; hence you must relax the trapezius muscles by rolling your shoulder blades down your back.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can spread your legs as wide as possible.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can bend your hamstring muscles if your legs have reached the edge of stretch.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your arms and keep your elbows away from each other, pointing down to the ground.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can hold onto this pose for 30 to 60 seconds.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can practice this pose either on an empty stomach in the morning or four to six hours after meals in the evening<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/yogahero.co.uk\/2016\/01\/27\/be-a-hero-in-upavistha-konasana-b-5-simple-steps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theyogicjournal.com\/pdf\/2019\/vol4issue1\/PartU\/5-1-6-638.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div id=\"sfa_container_165961\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_165961\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Studies suggest that regular practice of Upavistha Konasana along with other yogasanas may relieve menstruation-related discomfort. I strongly recommend inculcating the habit of Upavistha Konasana practice<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liebertpub.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1089\/acm.2016.0363\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n<cite><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-siddharth-gupta-73\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Upavistha_Konasana\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Upavistha Konasana<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the upavistha konasana benefits are as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Benefits of Upavistha Konasana in Asthma<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-375x250.webp\" alt=\"asthma\" class=\"wp-image-258566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Asthma-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A study<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theyogicjournal.com\/pdf\/2019\/vol4issue1\/PartU\/5-1-6-638.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup> by Vagh et al. in 2019 showed that a yoga protocol, including upavistha konasana, may be beneficial for respiratory diseases like asthma. While performing upavistha konasana, the upper body is stretched out, which may open the lungs and ease breathing. The pose may make the entire body flexible, which may help reduce the risks of asthma attacks. In addition, it may calm and de-stress the body<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theyogicjournal.com\/pdf\/2019\/vol4issue1\/PartU\/5-1-6-638.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><\/sup>. However, more studies are required to check the effect of upavistha konasana on asthma. Therefore, you must immediately consult your doctor if you have an asthma attack.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Benefits of Upavistha Konasana for Hot Flashes<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-375x250.webp\" alt=\"hot flashes\" class=\"wp-image-258751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hot-flashes-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>During hot flashes, there is a sudden feeling of warmth, usually on the face, chest and neck, and profuse sweating. This is a common symptom during menopause. A study<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0378512206002878\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a><\/sup> by Cohen et al. in 2007 suggested that a yoga protocol consisting of upavistha konasana may be beneficial for hot flashes. Hot flashes may occur due to increased activity of the sympathetic nervous system (SNS). The sympathetic nervous system is known for its role during stressful situations in the body. Yoga intervention consisting of upavistha konasana may help reduce the SNS activity<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0378512206002878\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a><\/sup>. More studies are required to check if upavistha konasana may help in the case of menopause-related symptoms. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you experience hot flashes instead of self-medicating.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Benefits of Upavistha Konasana for Muscle Strength and Flexibility<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-375x250.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-271041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Upavistha-Konasana-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A study<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2015\/958727\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7<\/a><\/sup> by Lau et al. in 2014 showed that a yoga protocol consisting of upavistha konasana might help improve muscle strength and endurance by correcting posture. It might also improve muscle flexibility due to its ability to carry out static stretching. The Canadian Standardised Test of Fitness was done to check muscle strength and endurance, whereas the modified back-saver sit-and-reach (MBS) test was used to check the flexibility of the lower back and hamstrings<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2015\/958727\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7<\/a><\/sup>. However, more studies are required to check if upavistha konasana can help with muscle strength, endurance and flexibility.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Benefits of Upavistha Konasana for Heart Health<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"249\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-375x249.webp\" alt=\"supports heart health\" class=\"wp-image-259046\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-375x249.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-1024x681.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-768x511.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-1536x1022.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-2048x1362.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-480x319.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-722x480.webp 722w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/heart-health-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A study<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2015\/958727\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7<\/a><\/sup> conducted by Lau et al. in 2014 showed that a yoga protocol consisting of upavistha konasana might be beneficial for the heart. The result suggested that regular practice of yoga intervention, including upavistha konasana, may help reduce the heart rate and improve cardio-respiratory endurance by improving the levels of VO<sub>2max<\/sub>. VO<sub>2max<\/sub> is the maximum amount of oxygen that can be utilised by the body during exercise<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2015\/958727\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7<\/a><\/sup>. However, more studies are required to check if upavistha konasana may be beneficial for the heart. You must consult your doctor if you suspect the presence of heart disease.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Benefits of Upavistha Konasana for Mental Burnout<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-375x250.webp\" alt=\"stress\" class=\"wp-image-264355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-1024x681.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-768x511.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-1536x1022.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-2048x1363.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-480x319.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-721x480.webp 721w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/stress-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A study<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/1000442\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8<\/a><\/sup> by Latino et al. in 2021 on teachers showed that a yoga protocol consisting of upavistha konasana might help eliminate professional burnout. The results suggested that upavistha konasana may increase self-awareness in the teachers and decrease burnout symptoms and stress. In addition, upavistha konasana may enhance self-reliance, self-possession, excitement, energy and mental clarity<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/1000442\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8<\/a><\/sup>. Upavistha konasana may help release tension and boost confidence<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virabhavayoga.com\/blog\/2014\/8\/4\/pose-of-the-month-upavistha-konasana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>. However, more studies are required to check if upavistha konasana may help improve mental well-being. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you are having trouble being productive.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Other Benefits of Upavistha Konasana<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-375x250.webp\" alt=\"uttanasana for spine\" class=\"wp-image-262208\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/uttanasana-for-spine-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Upavistha konasana may be beneficial for scoliosis.\u00a0 It may correct postural imbalances, improve the flexibility of the spine, improve the elasticity of the muscles and reduce the risk of muscles and joint disorders<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajkinesiol.org\/journal\/view.php?doi=10.15758\/ajk.2022.24.3.39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upavistha konasana may be beneficial for knock knees<sup><a href=\"http:\/\/ijsser.org\/2018files\/ijsser_03__305.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upavistha konasana may strengthen the thighs, hips and pelvic floor muscles so they can support the spine and the upper body<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virabhavayoga.com\/blog\/2014\/8\/4\/pose-of-the-month-upavistha-konasana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Yoga practice may help develop the mind and body; however, it is still not an alternative to modern medicine. Therefore, you must not rely on yoga alone to treat any condition. Instead, please consult a qualified doctor who can assess your condition and advise accordingly. Moreover, it is necessary to practice and learn yoga under the supervision of a trained yoga teacher to avoid any injuries.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_of_Upavistha_Konasana\"><\/span><strong>Risks of Upavistha Konasana<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The risks associated with upavistha konasana are as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>People with lower back pain must be careful. You must sit on a block or a rolled blanket to maintain the normal curve of your back.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must avoid this pose if you have sacro-iliac joint pain.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pregnant women shall be careful while performing upavistha konasana and should not allow their stomach to compress against the floor<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yogawellbeing.co.uk\/news-stories\/yoga-pose-of-the-month-upavistha-konasana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">11<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With the guidance of a qualified and experienced yoga teacher\/yoga expert, we can assess and analyse the risk factors and continue to practice upavistha konasana with precautions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>When pregnant, I recommend staying out of this posture. Sit upright on a folded blanket if you have a mild to severe lower back injury, and maintain your torso erect in proportion to the rest of your body<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6989637\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">13<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n<cite><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-rajeev-singh-70\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The asana upavistha konasana is also known as the wide-angle pose. In English, \u2018upavistha\u2019 means open or wide, \u2018kona\u2019 means angle, and \u2018asana\u2019 means posture. Upavistha konasana may stimulate the root chakra and the heart chakra. Upavistha konasana may improve muscle strength, endurance and flexibility. It may be beneficial for patients who have asthma, scoliosis and heart problems. It may help in case of hot flashes and knocked knees. In addition, upavistha konasana may help improve mental productivity. Pregnant mothers and people with lower back pain and sacro-iliac joint pain must be cautious before doing upavistha konasana. You must do this pose under the guidance of a professional yoga trainer.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-vyaghrasana-and-how-to-do-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Benefits of Vyaghrasana (Tiger Pose) and How to Do it\u00a0By Dr. Himani Bisht\u00a0<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672383241042\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are upavistha konasana benefits?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Upavistha konasana may improve muscle strength, endurance and flexibility. It may be beneficial for patients who have asthma, scoliosis and heart problems. It may help in case of hot flashes and knocked knees. In addition, upavistha konasana may help to improve mental well-being<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theyogicjournal.com\/pdf\/2019\/vol4issue1\/PartU\/5-1-6-638.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0378512206002878\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ajkinesiol.org\/journal\/view.php?doi=10.15758\/ajk.2022.24.3.39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10<\/a><\/sup>. However, you must consult your doctor if you have symptoms of any such diseases instead of self-medicating.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672383258939\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How is upavistha konasana beneficial for the heart?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Regular practice of yoga intervention, including upavistha konasana, may help reduce the heart rate and improve cardiorespiratory endurance<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2015\/958727\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7<\/a><\/sup>. However, you must consult your doctor if you have any symptoms of heart disease.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672383278659\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How does the asana upavistha konasana help in managing mental burnout?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Upavistha konasana may increase self-awareness in the teachers and decrease burnout symptoms and stress. In addition, upavistha konasana may enhance self-reliance, self-possession, excitement, energy and mental clarity<sup><a href=\"http:\/\/ijsser.org\/2018files\/ijsser_03__305.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9<\/a><\/sup>. However, you must consult a specialist if your mental state is hampered.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672383305922\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why is upavistha konasana known as the seated wide-angle pose?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In English, \u2018upavistha\u2019 means open or wide, \u2018kona\u2019 means angle, and \u2018asana\u2019 means posture. This pose is done in the seated position. Thus, upavistha konasana is known as the seated wide-angle pose<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virabhavayoga.com\/blog\/2014\/8\/4\/pose-of-the-month-upavistha-konasana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1672383326428\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the risks associated with upavistha konasana yoga?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Pregnant women and people with pain in the lower back and sacro-iliac joint must be cautious before doing upavistha konasana<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yogawellbeing.co.uk\/news-stories\/yoga-pose-of-the-month-upavistha-konasana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">11<\/a><\/sup>. You must do this pose under the guidance of a professional yoga trainer.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>Jarry JL, Chang FM, La Civita L. Ashtanga yoga for psychological well-being: initial effectiveness study. Mindfulness. 2017 Oct;8(5):1269-79. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s12671-017-0703-4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s12671-017-0703-4\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Virabhava Yoga. Pose of the Month: Upavistha Konasana. <em>Virabhava Yoga Blog<\/em>. Published August 4, 2014. 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Inpatient prenatal yoga sessions for women with high-risk pregnancies: a feasibility study. <em>Complement Ther Med<\/em>. 2020 Jan;48:102235. doi:10.1016\/j.ctim.2019.102235. PMID:31987258; PMCID:PMC6989637. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6989637\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6989637\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong><em>\u00a0The information provided here is for educational\/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. 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