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Tiriang Mukhottanasana is one of the asanas that all new yoga students look down on with envy, as they feel they are nowhere near capable of assuming such a pose. It's one of the most visually fascinating and demanding poses, challenging both student and master. The essence of this asana is to arch your back backward so that you form a circle to the back of your knees and can remain meditatively in this "P" pose. Sound fascinating? We'll tell you how to do this pose. Tiriang Mukhottanasana - The master pose for enlightenment seekers Open powerful chakras with the masterful Tiriang Mukhottanasana Roughly translated, Tiriang Mukhottanasana means something like "overhead facing intense stretching asana," and this simple name actually describes very well what the whole thing looks like in the end. Have you ever wished you had eyes on your back? With this pose, you'll achieve your goal. All jokes aside, Tiriang Mukhottanasana will earn you the utmost respect for the yogis who effortlessly get into and hold this position. What initially looks like a continuation of a headstand is a real challenge for balance and the back. Therefore, Tiriang Mukhottanasana is strongly discouraged if you have existing back injuries, disc problems, or have ever had a "lumbago." The "P" described above, which you form with your body at the end, activates the crown chakra , heart chakra , throat chakra, and brow chakra , often referred to as the third eye. These important chakras can fully open through this asana and sharpen your perception. The senses of hearing and touch are particularly stimulated. The sixth sense, which is meant to be opened by the ajna, can give you visions and higher perceptions. First, however, Tiriang Mukhottanasana is pure self-care. Only with a lot of practice, balance, and calm will you reach a state where you can perform Tiriang Mukhottanasana effortlessly. We recommend only practicing this asana when you are not under stress. How to take Tiriang Mukhottanasana Different schools employ different methods for performing Tiriang Mukhottanasana. As a beginner, you should only fully master this asana after many attempts and after holding a few back-strengthening poses. Since there's a risk of transitioning from the middle position into a headstand, a classmate or teacher can assist you at the beginning. Stand upright at the front of the mat , loosen your muscles, and slowly bend your back and neck backwards. Hold the semicircle briefly in the air, keeping your knees straight. Only when your body is horizontal in the air and your neck is stretched straight through the neck muscles do you place both hands at hip height and carefully begin to bend your knees. Bending too quickly can cause you to fall backwards. Move your hands up to your chest and then over your head towards the floor. Change your grip so that you can see your heels and your thumb is pointing upwards on your leg. Both hands simultaneously move up the back of your legs. Keep your gaze on your heels to relax the neck muscles . The grip is gradually reduced to just below your knees. Now hold Tiriang Mukhottanasana and lift your neck slightly to focus your gaze on the area behind you instead of the floor. Don't hold the pose for too long. If you experience severe pain, immediately release the pose upwards. Caution: Never simply lower yourself downwards, as this can cause injury to the neck area. Mastering the Tiriang Mukhottanasana This asana is a pose that will show you that you have complete control over your body and, therefore, your life. The asana is meditative for those who truly master it. You can set it as a goal you want to achieve as a yoga student. Image © byheaven / 123rf.com Link recommendation: Article on the topic of relieving tension