Yoga asanas- Yoga postures

The entire philosophy of yoga consists of eight different forms called "Ashtang yoga". Of these , Hatta yoga, which consists of physical exercises, or asanas are very popular.

The yoga asanas include a variety of posture that benefits the entire body. The asanas are combined with breathing exercises, thus improving oxygenation and purifying the organ systems. They are particularly beneficial for strengthening the body and the spine, making them flexible, supple, and youthful.

Yoga Asanas and Yoga Posture:

Ideally, you should learn yoga from a qualified person, in order to know the exact way of performing each asana. However, some of them are easy to learn and can be taken up as a daily programme.

PASCHIMOTTAN YOGA ASANAS

Sit on the ground, with legs stretched out. bending forwards, hold your toes with the thumb, index and middle fingers. Breathe in, keeping legs stretched Then breathe out slowly and continue bending your body, so that your forehead touches the knees. If you find the exercise difficult, begin by holding the toes only. You will be able to complete the asana, after a few days of practice. Hold the posture for 10 seconds and return to the sitting position. the duration of holding the position can be gradually increased.

UTTANPAD YOGA ASANAS

Lie on your back. Arms should be resting by your sides. Legs should be stretched out straight, with feet touching. raise your legs very slowly, without bending the knees, till your feet are about a foot above the ground. Hold the position for 10 seconds, or as long as comfortable and then bring the legs slowly back to the ground.

BHUJANG YOGA ASANAS

Lie on the abdomen,. With palms resting on the floor and elbows bent, raise your head, shoulders and chest. you should be supporting yourself on the palms. Hold the position and then slowly return to original position.

SHALABH YOGA ASANAS

Ling on the abdomen, with hands placed on the floor, as in bhujangasana, raise head, neck and part of the chest. then, also raise both the legs, joined together. The body is supported by part of the chest and the abdomen. Hold the pose and return slowly to the starting position.

DHANUR YOGA ASANAS

Lie on the abdomen. raise your legs and try to take hold of both the feet with the hands - the right foot with right hand and lefty foot with the left hand. head should be raised up with the body, so that the body is in the shape of a bow.

VAJR YOGA ASANAS

Kneel on the floor. The buttocks should be resting on the heels. black should be straight, with the resting on the thighs. Breathe slowly and deeply.

SHAV YOGA ASANAS

It can be practiced after each exercise, or it can be done at the end the schedule. Life on your back with the legs slightly apart and hands resting by your sides, palms facing upwards. Breathe slowly and deeply. This asana brings about relaxation of the entire body and mind.

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