Stand erect with the feet about shoulder width apart.
Interlock the fingers in front of the body.
Raise the arms over the head and rotate the wrists, turning the palms out.
Bend forward from the hips to form a right angle between the legs and trunk.
Watch the back of the hands and keep the back straight.
Slowly swing the arms and trunk to the right as far as is comfortable, then to the left and then back to the centre. Return to the upright position and lower the arms.
Practise 5 to 10 times.
Breathing
Inhale while raising the arms.
Exhale while bending forward.
Hold the breath while swinging from side to side.
Inhale while raising the trunk and exhale while lowering the arms.
Precautions
This asana is quite strenuous and should not be practised by those with back problems, slipped disc or sciatica.
Benefits
As for kati chakrasana. This asana also strengthens the back muscles, and improves balance and coordination.