Tolangulasana or the Weighing Scale Pose

Tolangulasana or the Weighing Scale Pose is good for controlling obesity and toning the abdominal organs. Tolangulasana looks like a weighing scale in the final pose, hence the name. Tolangulasana gives a sense of relaxation and also helps to strengthen the shoulders and arms.

How to do Tolangulasana (The Weighing Scale Pose)?

• Sit on the floor and assume the Padmasana pose. Padmasana is the cross-legged pose used for meditation.
• Tilt backwards and support the weight of the body using the elbows. Place the palms of the hands under the buttocks.
• Raise the head, trunk and the legs further up.
• The entire weight of the body should be balanced by the palms under the buttocks and the elbows.
• Inhale slowly and retain the breath. Perform the chin lock or Jalandhara Bandha.
• Hold the breath and remain in this position for as long as you are comfortable.
• To release the pose slowly bring back the legs to the ground while exhaling slowly. Release the cross legged position. Lie in Shavasana for resting.
• One can repeat this up to 5 times as per one’s convenience.

Benefits of Tolangulasana (The Weighing Scale Pose)

• Tolangulasana can remove obesity and hence a good asana for weight loss.
• It tones the organs in the abdomen including liver.
• It broadens the chest and strengthens the arms, shoulders and neck muscles.
• Tolangulasana gives a sense of relaxation.