Though gym memberships, running and cycling are effective to give us a good physic, the asanas performed in yoga will give us steady postures and relaxation of muscles with mental peace.
Yoga reigns as the most trusted and effective method of nourishing and toning one’s body in a holistic sense.
Are you looking for a flat tummy with killer abs then try these six yoga asans. Because who doesn’t want a toned tummy that ultimately projects your good health?
Bhujangasana (Cobra pose): Bhujangasana is an Asana which requires the door to perform the act or pose by taking the form of cobra. This posture primarily works on strengthening your abdominal muscles and relaxing your lower back.
How to perform:
First lie on the face by downing your face.
Spread your hands on the floor, next to your shoulders.
Stretch your legs back, top of the feet touching the floor, and slowly inhale and lift up your upper body.
Make sure your pubis and toes form a straight line and touch the floor.
Hold this position for 25-30 seconds.
Release and come back to the lying down position on an exhalation.
Make sure that your stomach and intestine are empty before performing the asana.
Dhanurasana (Bow pose): Dhanurasana, Bow pose, is a back-bending asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise. This pose can be quite a challenge for your abs, which is exactly what will help strengthen them. Those who suffer from excessive problems of spinal cord, disc and stomach pain should not perform this pose.
How to perform:
Lie down on the floor with your face down.
Bend your knees and hold your feet with your hands.
Inhale and lift up both your hands and feet, also raising your thighs and chest at the same time.
Hold this pose for up to 30 seconds, gradually increasing to 90 seconds.
Release with an exhalation.
Chaturanga Dandasana (Plank): Chaturanga Dandasana is also called also known as Low Plank, is an asana in modern yoga as exercise and in some forms of Surya Namaskar, in which a straight body parallel to the ground is supported by the toes and palms, with elbows at a right angle along the body. It will help you give a flat tummy within a month.
How to perform:
Lie face down.
Lift your body up onto straightened arms
Balance on your toes
Face forward or down
Hold for as long as you can, take a break and then repeat a few more times. Try to extend the time in this pose each day.
Navasana (Boat pose): Navasana or Naukasan or Boat Pos or Paripurna Navasana is a seated asana in modern yoga as exercise. This is another pose that works fabulously on your side and front tummy muscles and strengthens your core.
How to perform:
Lie down on the ground facing the ceiling.
Keep your hands by your side and relax your shoulders. Keep your legs straight.
Now slowly raise your hands and legs together from the ground, hold your belly in and above the ground at all times.
Reach a 45 degree angle till your body is in a V-shape. Hold it for 60 seconds and practice deep breathing.
Ustrasana (Camel Pose): Ustrasana, Ushtrasana, or Camel Pose is a kneeling back-bending asana in modern yoga as exercise. You can do this only if you are not suffering from any back issues.
How to perform:
Kneel on the floor with your knees hip width and your thighs straight and perpendicular to the floor.
Rest your hands on the top of your buttocks, fingers pointing downwards and slightly arch your back inwards.
Slowly lean back and touch and then hold your heels with your hands. Straighten the spine but don’t strain your neck.
Hold this pose for up to one minute.
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