First and foremost is the strength and suppleness it restores to the spine. It strengthens the arms, shoulders and upper back as well and stimulates the cardiovascular system. The chakrasana has an overall tonic effect for the entire body.  As the natural suppleness of the spine is restored after a period of practice you can begin to perfect the form of this asana and thus experience greater benefits.

The chakrasana is either held for the duration of the inhaled breath or for 60 sec