Try these 5 Yoga asanas to improve your mental and physical health

First Published Jul 24, 2024, 6:47 PM IST

Try these Yoga asanas to help you boost your mental and physical health. 

Suryanamaskar (Sun Salutation)

Regularly practicing Surya Namaskar helps with many diseases, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity. Surya Namaskar is a holistic form of yoga that burns calories, improves metabolism, and promotes physical and mental well-being.

Baddha Konasana (Butterfly pose)

You need to add this simple yet effective yoga pose to your daily exercise regime as it stretches your inner thighs, increases mobility, reduces belly fat, and strengthens your core. It is beneficial for people with prolonged sitting jobs.

Shirshasana (Headstand pose)

Shirshasana, also known as the king of yoga poses, improves blood circulation, concentration, flexibility, and memory, and promotes hair growth.

Sarvangasana (Shoulder stand)

Sarvangasana is called the queen of all asanas. This pose helps with poor digestion, improves cardiovascular health, can help with chronic insomnia, and improves muscle flexibility and strength.

Shavasana (Corpse pose)

Shavasana is a concluding yoga pose of every yoga session; it relieves your mind and improves sleep quality. Doing Shavasana regularly reduces headaches, general fatigue, and anxiety.

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