"To perform this asana" refers to carrying out or doing a specific yoga pose or posture. It means to follow the instructions and physically take the required positions and alignments for the asana. Full definition
Never strain your back while performing these asanas. (yogicwayoflife.com)
When performing asanas, your body is learning to use much less resources and be more efficient. (yogicwayoflife.com)
Modi, an avid yoga practitioner for many years, led the event at Delhi's Rajpath early in the morning by joining the huge gathering in performing asanas. (hindustantimes.com)