In Sanskrit “Paripurna” means complete. And Nava means “Boat” therefore this is an
abdominal and deep hip flexor strengthens. This asana thus is a balance as a tripod on your sitting bones and tailbone.
The benefits of this asana are:
This asana helps in strengthening the abdomen,
the hip flexors and the spine.
This also brings about the stimulation of kidney,
thyroid, prostate and the intestines.
Helps in relieving stress.
Brings about the improvement in digestion.
Stretches the muscles of deep cores as the
transverse and the psoas groups.
Encourages a more aligned posture and provides
strength to the spinal column.
Because of the full and deep inhalation and
exhalation this asana helps in revitalizing the
whole body; since it brings about the
elimination of various toxins and waste products
from the body.
Reduces the swelling in the feet.
Increases the blood flow to thee gonads,
adrenals and the islets of Langerhans.
The precautionary measures that are to kept in
mind while performing this asana are:
Should not be practiced when pregnant.
And also be avoided by individuals suffering
from asthma, headaches, diarrhea, heart
problems, low blood pressure, and
menstruation.
Although it strengthens the spinal column but
yet caution should be followed in individuals
suffering from neck problems or an injury.
