Yoga Poses

Yoga poses are to be performed properly in order to improve the over all condition of the body. They help in treating health related issues effectively.

Yoga is an art of keeping yourself internally fit and strong. But generally people forget that there are some rule and regulations of performing an art even. Every person has to abide by it and follow the systems properly. In case of Yoga, well-defined postures and poses work as the rules and obligations. One should be a master on yoga poses for staying fit. Some of the popular yoga postures are:

1. Sitting pose: The first and foremost position is the sitting position which is the most relaxing one. The entire focus in this particular position is over breathing. Its results are such that the nerves and muscles which are somehow in congestion due to many reasons get relaxation. It helps in opening the hip muscles and groins.
2. Position: Cross your legs and keep the hands on the knees. Take a deep but relaxing breath and focus on it. Stretch your body by pushing the lower portion on the floor which means your back should be absolutely straight. If you cannot stay like this for some time then take a cushion or a pillow below your hips. It will be much more supportive. Breathe in and breathe out. After doing this 2-3 times move your hands on the head. Then breathe out. Continue doing this activity for at least 6 to 7 times. It would really helpful for your entire body.
3. Cat Dog poses: This position is beneficial for healing spine related problems. There are two poses merged in one.
   Position: Stretch your legs wide at the distance of at least an area equal to one hip of yours. The hands should be placed in such a position that the shoulders should be right in front of it. When you take breath give a movement to your pelvis in the upward direction and tailbone should be tilted. The spine or the back should move down and the head should be again lifted up. It should be such that the stomach should get lower. The moment you breathe out the position would be exactly opposite. The pelvis would be now moving down and the spine would go up. Stretch your stomach in. The former position is called the dog pose and the latter is the cat position. Repeat the position for some time vice-versa. It has been found to be a beneficial yoga pose for spine. You can perform this exercise several times but it should be in accordance with your body’s ability to handle.
4. Mountain pose: It is also known as tadasana. This position is beneficial for the improvement in self balance and awareness. In this position also there is a great focus on breathing.
5. Forward pose: It is called as Uttanasana. It is performed for mental relaxation specifically. The position begins with a standing posture, then after breathing in the body is stretched towards the hips. The bending is towards the floor basically so it would not affect so much if you are bending your knees even. This yoga pose is beneficial for your neck and heart as well.