{"id":167465,"date":"2022-12-30T07:29:52","date_gmt":"2022-12-30T07:29:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=167465"},"modified":"2026-03-02T10:17:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T10:17:46","slug":"health-fitness-benefits-of-uttana-mandukasana-and-how-to-do-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-uttana-mandukasana-and-how-to-do-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Uttana Mandukasana and How to Do it\u00a0By Dr. Himani Bisht"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
What is Uttana Mandukasana?<\/a><\/li>
How to Do It?<\/a><\/li>
Benefits of Uttana Mandukasana<\/a><\/li>
Risks of Uttana Mandukasana<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAs ancient Indian texts teach us, Yoga is the \u201cunion of body, breath and mind\u201d. The spiritual culture has now spread to every corner of the Earth. The traditions of Yoga span geographically and over centuries, but they all share one common thread. Connecting with oneself through Yoga is one way to lead a more peaceful and rewarding life 1<\/a><\/sup>. Sometimes, it takes a lot of other poses and adjustments before reaching the one that feels the best. It\u2019s the same with life\u2019s ups and downs; we take two steps forward. Balance is not just a pose or state; it\u2019s a way of life.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Yoga often sees the practice of asanas, one of which is Uttana mandukasana. Let us look at some exciting features and benefits of Uttana mandukasana.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The evolution of Uttana mandukasana started as early as 1920s and continues till date.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
This asana was first described in the Gheranda Samhita (Sanskrit text of yoga) in 1933 3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What is Uttana Mandukasana?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUttana mandukasana is also known as the stretched-up frog posture. The name has roots in the Sanskrit language, \u201cUttana\u201d meaning upright, \u201cManduka\u201d meaning frog and \u201cAsana\u201d meaning pose or posture. In English, the name translates to an upright frog pose. Uttana mandukasana also resembles an upright frog, hence the name. This asana is a variant of mandukasana\/frog pose. The preparatory pose for Uttana mandukasana is Vajrasana (Thunderbolt pose), and the follow-up pose is Balasana (Child\u2019s pose)2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>How to Do It?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Uttana mandukasana must be done properly for maximum health benefits. One may perform Uttana mandukasana in the following manner:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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First, sit in Vajrasana (sit in a kneeling position with your hips on the heels and your toes pointing behind you; ensure your big toes should touch each other).\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Next, spread the knees wide apart.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Raise the left arm, fold it from the elbow, swing it back above the right shoulder, and place the palm on the right shoulder blade.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Similarly, fold the right arm and place it on the left shoulder blade.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Hold this position for a while and then come back slowly in a reverse manner.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Relax the whole body 2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Benefits of Uttana Mandukasana<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some benefits of this pose are as follows:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Benefit of Uttana Mandukasana for Managing Cervical Spondylosis<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Cervical spondylosis is a neurodegenerative disorder of the cervical spine. Neck and spinal exercises and various asanas like Uttana mandukasana help strengthen the muscles and may help relieve mild to moderate pain in conditions like cervical spondylosis. However, these claims are not proven in any study. Therefore, kindly consult a doctor for proper treatment of Cervical Spondylosis. Uttana mandukasana should not be considered a treatment prescription. Additionally, it is recommended to perform this asana under the guidance of a qualified trainer 4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>
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