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Pashinee Mudra

In Sanskrit, Pashinee means "folded" and Mudra means "gesture." This practice is a Kaya Mudra meaning "postural gesture" practice and is described in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Gheranda Samhita as well as the Shiva Samhita.

This Mudra is described as a practice that awakens Kundalini which activates Muladhara Chakra.

With this practice it is best to be able to preform Halasana or plow pose with ease before attempting this practice because of the level of difficulty as this practice requires a high level of discipline to be able to preform for long periods of time.

Practice - Variation 1

Preform Halasana or plow pose.

Bring the legs about one and a half feet apart.

Bend the knees bringing them as close as possible towards the shoulders and ears. If possible, bring the knees to the ground.

The thighs are folded closely against the chest or to the best of your ability.

The tops of the feet are placed on the mat.

Bring the arms around the back of the knees and the head.

This is the final pose.

Relax much as possible, as long as you are comfortable and breathe slowly and deeply.

Practice - Variation 2

Preform Halasana or plow pose.

The arms are kept straight with the fingers interlaced.

Bring the legs about one and a half feet apart.

Bend the knees bringing them as close as possible towards the shoulders and ears. If possible, bring the knees to the ground.

The thighs are folded closely against the chest or to the best of your ability.

The tops of the feet are placed on the mat.

This is the final pose.

Relax much as possible, as long as you are comfortable and breathe slowly and deeply.

Duration

Practice 1 round.

Note

This Mudra should be followed by a Back Bending Asana.

Awareness

While practicing bring your awareness to Muladhara Chakra or Vishuddhi Chakra.

Precautions with Pashinee Mudra

Do not practice if you have enlarged thyroid gland, liver or spleen issues, cervical spondylitis, slipped disk, high blood pressure, any heart related issues, weak bloods vessels in the eyes.

Any one with a spinal issue should not preform this practice until seeking the guidance of an experienced Yoga teacher.