Looking for a natural way to beat stress, ease back pain, and gain flexibility?
Well, the answer to your question is yoga.
There are number of reasons to add yoga to your exercise routine. The practice of yoga improves muscle tone, balance, flexibility, and it helps in reducing stress, thank you to its signature pranayama techniques. Studies have shown that practicing yoga regularly also helps in reducing the symptoms of depression and chronic pain, makes you sleep better, and enhances our overall well-being.
Are you ready to give it a try? If yes, go through the best yoga stretches for beginners mentioned below and improve the quality of your life.
5 Topmost Yoga Asanas For Beginners
Easy Pose [Sukhasana] - Relieve Stress
- Start by sitting with your legs crossed on your yoga mat.
- Gently place your hands on your knees with your palms facing the sky.
- Keep your spine as straight and erect and you can.
- Push your hips down into the floor while keeping your body straight.
- Close your eyes while breathing deeply and slowly.
Tree Pose [Vrksasana] - Improve Balance
- Start by standing on your feet with your spine erect.
- Bring your hands together in a Namaste position gently.
- Balance your entire body weight on your right leg.
- Bend your left knee slightly and press your left foot to your inner right thigh.
- Hold this pose for maximum 30 to 60 seconds.
- Switch your legs from time to time and then repeat.
- Start by laying flat on your stomach against the yoga mat.
- Place both your hands in front of your shoulders and knees directly under the hips.
- Gently lift your knees off the ground while also lifting your hips towards the ceiling.
- Balance and support your entire body on the hands and feet.
- If your body is making a V shape, then know that you are doing the pose right.
- Keep your head down facing the floor while performing the pose.
Child Pose [Balasana] - Help You Unwind
- Start by sitting absolutely straight with your hips placed on your feet.
- Slowly stretch your arms over your head and bend forward towards the ground.
- Make sure your palms and forehead are touching the yoga mat.
- Support your body on your calf muscles and forehead.
- Breathe deeply and relax for as long as you want while performing this pose.
Mountain Pose [Tadasana] - Improve Posture
- Start by standing still with your arms by your sides and your head facing forward.
- Make sure that your chest is open and the feet are pressed together without any space in between.
- Close your eyes and try feeling the sensations in your legs as well as your back.
- Analyze your posture while standing in front of the mirror if you do not want to keep your eyes closed.
Legs-Up-The-Wall Pose [Viparita Karani] - Restore & Rejuvenate
- This is a pose that is taught at every yoga retreat for beginners.
- Start by laying flat on your back against the yoga mat.
- Press your butt against the wall and swing your legs up.
- Make sure that your body is in the shape of an L.
- Place a blanket or pillow under your head and lower back if you need support.
- Keep your elbows by your sides while performing this pose.
- Breathe deeply and support yourself with the help of the wall for as long as you feel like.
