Bed Pose (Paryankasana)

The Sanskrit word “Paryanka” mean a bed, sofa or a couch. Performing this asana the body appears like a bed and hence named Bed Pose.

Bed Pose (Paryankasana) (flickr)

Benefits of the Bed Pose (Paryankasana):
Performing this asana the dorsal region is extended and the lungs are expanded. Furthermore the neck muscles are stretched. The Thyroid and Parathyroid gain stimulation to function properly.

How to perform the Bed Pose (Paryankasana):
- Start the asana with Suptha Veerasana
- Breathe-in slowly and raise the back and slowly lift the neck and chest so that there is a perfect arch, the trunk should not touch the floor.
- Stretch and fold the arms at the elbows and place the folded arms on the floor behind the head Hold in

this posture for minute and breathe slowly.
- Breathe-out then slowly place the trunk and neck on the floor and come back to Veerasana position, i.e. step #1.

Duration and repetition of the Bed Pose (Paryankasana):
Hold the asana as long as you are comfortable.

Difficulty Level and Advancement of the Bed Pose (Paryankasana):
Bed Pose (Paryankasana) is a difficulty level 4 asana recommended for intermediate yoga practitioner

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