Aasanas for Healthy Living

R. Vijayaraja

1. Dhanurasana – Bow Pose 

A perfect backward bending pose that stimulates all the parts of the body. The upper, middle, and the lower spine are engaged in this stretch, chest, shoulder muscles, and neck area are given maximum elongation of muscles. This pose aids in digestion and induces digestive fire inside your body. 

Regular practice of this pose gives a perfect corrective posture of the body. This asana helps you reducing the belly fat and tones your abdomen muscles. Practicing this pose for 4 – 5 times and holding the pose for 15 – 20 seconds every time would give wonderful benefits. 

2. Natarajasana 

Benefits of Natarajasana: 

1. Strengths legs, hips, ankles, and chest. 

2. Helps to reduce weight. 

3. Stretches the thighs, grain, and abdominal organs. 

4. Improves posture and your balance. 

5. Improves digestive system. 

6. Good for improving concentration. 

7. Releases stress and calms the mind. 

R. Vijayaraja 

A business management graduate and a diamond merchant. Trained as a Hatha Yoga Instructor and have been teaching in schools and yoga studios for past 13 years. Power Yoga and Wheel Yoga Specialist.