The Bikram Posture Half Tortoise Pose  (aka Ardha Kurmasana) provides the maximum and ultimate relaxation. Bliss as your head goes below your heart!

Benefits:

• Rejuvenates and relaxes the whole body
• Assists in relieving digestion problems and constipation
• Stretches the lower part of the lungs and helps increase lung capacity
• Great for respiratory conditions

Tips:

• The only posture of the Bikram series that can easily be done outside the hot room for a little relaxation
• Half the benefits of the posture come from keeping your arms locked and touching your ears
  • Keep them nice and tight