Muladhara; The Root Chakra

 


Muladhara or The Root Chakra as it's more commonly known, means "To Have". It is a four petalled lotus shaped Chakra located in the base of the spine, large intestines, legs and feet. It seeks survival through stability, grounding and right livelihood. 

It's emotional expression depends upon its state of function, when this Chakra is blocked, you may experience feelings of fear, anxiety, financial instability and lack of grounding. 

When Muladhara is over active you may experience emotions such as greed, lust for power, aggression materialism and cynicism.

When it functions optimally you will experience a sense of security, safety, centredness, grounding and a zest for life. 

There are a range of yoga poses one can perform that assist in maintaining optimal function of the Muladhara Chakra. 


1. Tadasana "Mountain" Pose


 This pose is a rather simple base pose. Simply start by standing with your big toes touching and your heels slightly apart. Rock back and forth slightly until you find  your centre of gravity. Tense your thighs and imagine a strong line of energy travelling from your thighs up through your torso, to your neck and the crown of your head. The aim here is to obtain impenetrable stability, just like a mountain!


2. Malasana "Garland" Pose

Malasana pose is essentially a squat. To perform the Malasana have your feet approximately hip width apart. Keeping your feet firm upon the floor, bring the seat of your spine towards the floor, resting the back of your thighs upon your calf muscles. Widen your knees and move your torso forward to where is comfortable, you can rest your elbows against your legs to assist keeping your knees apart, stretching through the inner thighs. Take several deeper breaths and release when ready.


3. Setu Bandha Pose "Bridge" Pose

The Setu Bandha pose, or bridge pose, aids in strengthening the gluteal muscles and the core. Start by lying down on the floor on your back. Bend your knees and bring your feet back so that they are squarely beneath your knees, giving stability to raise the lower part of your body from the floor, lift as much of your back as possible. Once you're up and your feet and legs are firm, clasp your hands together beneath your back to provide added stability. Take several deep breaths and release when ready.


4. Salabhasana "Locust" Pose

The Salabhasana or Locust pose aids in strengthening the back and glutes. To perform this pose, lay face down on the floor with your arms at your side. Imagine in your belly a string pulling your belly in. Lift your feet off the floor and raise your head and shoulders off the floor as far as you can handle. Hold firm with your eyes facing directly in front of you for several breaths before releasing and relaxing. 


As the base or foundation Chakra, it is essential to maintain the function of Muladhara for a happy, fruitful and successful life. 


Written by

Suzanne

19.8.2020

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