The name comes from the Sanskrit word Ananta meaning 'without
end' or 'the infinite one', derived from the name of the thousand-headed
serpent Sesha upon which Vishnu rested at the bottom of the
ocean, Asana meaning 'posture'. 
Instructions:
1.Lie on your back.
2.Turn to right side.
3.Bend your right arm under your head with fingers towards your chin.
4.Put your legs straight.
5.Bend the left knee, and hold left toe with your left hand.
6. Straighten the left leg toward the ceiling as much as possible.
7. Maintain the balance on the side without rolling.
8.Be in this pose for some time.
9.Repeat the procedure lying on the left side.
If you cannot straighten your leg with hand you can also tie a strap around your lifted leg and hold with your hand.
Benefits:
1.Stretches the hamstrings and calves.
2.Pelvic muscles and hip muscles are tone.
3. It increases flexibility in your legs and prevents hernia.
4.This is good for back pain.
5.Arthritis can be cured.
6.It can also reduce mental stress and strain.
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