My journey towards self healing with yoga began in 1996. I was already familiar with the practice, but struggled to implement it in my life as a daily practice. I first started to attend yoga classes at my university, and developed a deep love for the practice. I continue to practice yoga till this day, though at certain points of my life I practiced not so regularly. There are certain asanas (or postures) that I naturally gravitate towards that have amazing benefits for the mind and body. Yoga can be used to heal a number of ailments in the body, and is great way to relieve stress and anxiety. Certain asanas are known to even retain beauty. Regular yoga practice strengthens the internal organs such as the liver, spleen, pancreas, intestines, heart, lungs, brain, endocrine system, pituitary glands, pineal glands, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenals, and gonads within the sexual organs as well. Asanas also help to build a strong nervous system. The power of practicing yoga is endless. The daily practice of yoga (even as little as fifteen minutes a day) will increase energy levels, improve muscular strength, enhance mood, and prolong life. Yoga asanas will also bestow upon the practitioner physical, intellectual, spiritual strength and power (whether you are seeking this or not). In this article I will go through a number of poses that I do on a regular basis, and individually explain some of their benefits.
THE 7 BEST YOGA POSES FOR WOMENCHAKRASANA OR WHEEL POSE
Caution: This asana should be avoided during menstruation and pregnancy. PASCHIMOTTASANA OR FOWARD SEATED POSE
Caution: This asana should be avoided during menstruation and pregnancy PADAHASTASANA OR HAND UNDDER FOOT POSE The benefits are the same as Pashimottasana.
Caution: This asana should be avoided during menstruation and pregnancy SARVANGASANA OR SHOULDER STAND
Caution: This should be practiced carefully if suffering from chronic nasal catarrh and congestion. It should also be avoided during your menstrual cycle and pregnancy. BHUJANGASANA OR COBRA POSE
Caution: This asana is to be avoided if there is considerable tenderness in the abdominal viscera especially when the spleen is enlarged. This asana should be avoided during menstruation and pregnancy. HALASANA OR PLOW POSE
Caution: This asana should be started slowly without any jerks if the spine is stiff. It should be avoided when you’re experiencing your menses or pregnant. SIRSHASANA OR HEAD STAND
Caution: This asana should be avoided during your menses or pregnancy. People with the following ailments should avoid this asana:
Please note that all yoga practices should be suspended when we are experiencing our monthly period or during pregnancy, with the exception of Shavasana (Corpse Pose). Yoga has a myriad of health benefits. Take the time to explore different poses, and find out which ones are right for you. UP NEXT:
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