6 Asanas of Yoga for beginners weight loss

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6 Asanas of Yoga for beginners weight loss Despite the fact that there are numerous types of workouts available today, yoga remains the most reliable and successful approach of nourishing and toning one's body holistically. Because every asana in yoga aims to work deeply on the core and the entire body, the positions listed below are some of the easier ones, especially for beginners. These will aid in the elimination of a variety of stomach-related disorders such as constipation, indigestion, and bloating, as well as strengthening the abdominal muscles. Bhujangasana (Cobra pose) The primary goals of this posture are to develop your abdominal muscles and relax your lower back. How to do it: Lie face down on the floor. Spread your hands next to your shoulders on the floor. Stretch your legs back to the point where the tops of your feet contact the floor, then slowly inhale and elevate your upper body. Make sure your pubis and toes are in a straight line and that they are touching the ground. For a period of 25-30 seconds, stay in this position. On an exhalation, release and return to the lying down position.

Dhanurasana (Bow pose) Although it appears to be simple, this stance may be rather difficult for your abs, which is precisely what you want. How to do it: Lie down with your face down on the floor. Bend your knees and place your hands on your feet. Inhale and elevate your hands and feet off the ground, as well as your thighs and chest. Hold this position for up to 30 seconds, increasing to 90 seconds over time. Exhale to complete the release.

Kumbhakasana (The plank) The plank stance, arguably the most popular and well-known of all the poses, is one of the most effective ways to burn belly fat and tone your muscles. How to do it:


Lay down on your back. Raise your body onto your arms, which should be straight. On your toes, maintain your balance. face forward or down Hold for as long as you can, then rest for a few seconds before repeating. Each day, try to spend more time in this stance.

Naukasana (Boat pose) This is another pose that strengthens your core and does wonders on your side and front tummy muscles. How to do it: Face the ceiling while lying down on the ground. Maintain a relaxed posture by keeping your hands by your sides. Straighten your legs. Slowly raise your hands and legs off the ground, keeping your tummy in and above the ground the entire time. Make a 45-degree angle with your body until you get a V-shape. Hold it for 60 seconds while inhaling deeply.

Ustrasana (Camel Pose) This is a slightly more challenging position. So, make sure you're not suffering from any back problems before you do this. How to do it: Kneel on the floor, hip width apart, with your thighs straight and parallel to the floor. Place your hands on the tops of your buttocks, fingers pointing downwards, and arch your back inwards slightly. Lean back slowly and gently touch, then hold, your heels with your hands. Straighten your spine but don't put too much strain on your neck. This stance can be held for up to one minute. For optimal results, do these yoga for beginners weight loss asanas for flat stomach first thing in the morning. The efficiency of the asanas is mostly determined by consistency. If doing all of them isn't possible, do 3-4 different stances each time to avoid monotony. In any case, consistency and dedication to the asana practises are essential, as is practising deep breathing during the sessions.


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