अश्विनी मुद्रा
Ashwini (अश्विनी) refers to horse, known for strong anal muscle control
The hands have a disproportionately large area of representation in the brain's sensory and motor cortices, a concept visualized by the cortical homunculus.
A mudra holds the fingers in a specific, sustained posture, creating a stable and precise pattern of neural input from the hand to the brain.
This focused neural circuit influences brainwave activity and helps regulate the autonomic nervous system, allowing you to consciously shift your psychological and energetic state towards a desired quality like calmness or focus.
No finger involvement - anal sphincter contractions
1-3 minutes per round, 2-3 rounds with rest between. 10-20 contractions total.
Beginner
Highlighted fingers indicate active contact points
# No hand involvement - anal sphincter technique # ANAL_SPHINCTER: RHYTHMIC_CONTRACTIONS # Hands typically in meditation position: HAND(LEFT) PALM(UP) WRIST(STRAIGHT) T: STRAIGHT 1: STRAIGHT 2: STRAIGHT 3: STRAIGHT 4: STRAIGHT FINGERS(TOGETHER) HAND(RIGHT) PALM(UP) WRIST(STRAIGHT) T: STRAIGHT 1: STRAIGHT 2: STRAIGHT 3: STRAIGHT 4: STRAIGHT FINGERS(TOGETHER)
This knowledge integration gesture enhances learning through specific finger positioning. Research on embodied cognition shows that particular hand positions can improve comprehension and retention by activating knowledge-processing neural networks (Goldin-Meadow, 2011). Formation: Touch thumb tip to index finger tip creating a circle while resting other three fingers naturally extended. Place both hands in this formation on knees palm-up. CONTRAINDICATIONS: Those with severe learning disabili...
Traditional texts describe this as "strengthening the root center and vital energy" — their terms for how rhythmic pelvic contractions activate the parasympathetic nervous system's foundational stability functions. Practitioners often report that this mudra helps develop what ancient sources called "primal power" — a grounded, vital state that can support core strength and stable life energy from
Contract your anal sphincter muscles gently while breathing naturally. This pelvic floor gesture activates core stability and reproductive health through mula bandha engagement (Sapsford, 2004). SAFETY: Those with pelvic floor dysfunction should practice under professional guidance. Avoid forcing contractions or holding breath. Feel how this subtle internal action naturally strengthens your core and enhances energy retention. Many practitioners notice improved posture and vitality within weeks. Practice 5-10 repetitions initially. APPLICATIONS: During yoga practice for core stability, for pelvic floor strengthening, or when needing enhanced energy conservation and grounding. CONTRAINDICATIONS: Those with pelvic pain, recent childbirth, or prostate issues should consult healthcare providers before practice.
Traditional yogic texts describe this as imitating the natural strength of horses - animals known for their powerful hindquarters and stable foundation. Ancient practitioners believed this rhythmic engagement with the anal muscles represented what they called 'awakening root power' - the capacity to