the case of a man. She should not practice during the period of monthly courses and three or four
days thereafter, during any of the ailments peculiar to her sex, and during pregnancy. Sirshasan,
Sarvangasan, Matsyasan, Halasan, Padahastasan, Bhujangasan, Salabhasan and
Paschimottanasan are a few of the important Asans she can practice. To these can be added
Yoga Mudra and Viparitakarani Mudra. Kriyas and Bandhas, as also Surya Namaskaras, can be
performed likewise. The only conditions necessary, though not compulsory, for deft
performance of all these are sliminess of body and balance over the physical frame. There is
absolutely no harm in a household lady practicing Asans, but she should subject herself to the
imposed restrictions cited above.
From "May I answer that" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divine Life Society, Photographs of Swami Sivananda, German Pages on Swami Sivananda
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