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Yoga for Heart Health

Yoga for Heart Health

Niyati Thole816 24-Mar-2022

There is no age factor when it comes to heart disease. Heart attacks are more common in people under the age of twenty. Is it because Atlas is carrying the planetary burden on our shoulders? Are we skipping meals and replacing them with less nutritious and comfortable foods? There are many reasons for this, many of which are related to an unhealthy lifestyle.

The good news is, a lot can be done about it. Adhering to a healthier lifestyle is more important and easier than most people think. What if you could get a better feeling (especially your heart) by doing some simple stretches and breathing exercises? Yoga can be used as a preventative strategy as well as therapy for healthy heart asanas. And there are no negative side effects except to feel prosperous.

Yoga for a strong heart

'Yoga is the study of life,' says Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, 'the study of your body, breath, mind, intellect, memory, and ego; the study of your inner abilities.'

Yoga is a soothing blend of asanas, breathing exercises, and meditation rather than knowledge and philosophy. Each yoga pose has a different effect on the respiratory system, which in turn affects the heart. The following are some of the benefits:

  • Lower your blood pressure.
  • Expand the capacity of your lungs.
  • Low levels of harmful cholesterol.
  • His heart rate improved.
  • Increase your blood circulation.
  • Yoga can help you deal with stress and anxiety. This is enough to cure a heart patient.

14 yoga asanas for a strong heart

There are special asanas in yoga for heart disease. The following 20 yoga exercises can be followed for a healthy heart. The Yoga for Heart Fitness Series begins with simple asanas and progresses to more challenging postures. It is a process of relaxation and rejuvenation.

Tadasana first asana (mountain posture)

The mountain posture is good for the heart and spine. Deep breathing also expands the lungs.

Tree seat second seat (tree posture)

Tree yoga posture promotes strong and balanced posture. It expands the heart and widens the shoulders, making one feel more confident and cheerful.

Exposed palmistry third position (extended arms and legs posture)

To maintain balance, concentration and strength are required in this yoga pose. It helps in weight management and improves heart health.

Triangular fourth position (triangle posture)

Trikonasana is a standing yoga position that opens the heart and promotes cardiovascular fitness. As the breath becomes deeper and more rhythmic, the chest expands. It also improves stamina.

5. Veerabhadrasana (Veerabhadrasana) (warrior posture)

Warrior position improves ****** balance, while also increasing stamina. It also helps in reducing blood circulation and stress. It maintains a healthy heart rate.

Utkatasana sixth position (chair posture)

You can experience an increase in your heart and respiratory rate in the Utkatasana yoga pose. In this position, the chest stretches, and the heart is stimulated.

Margaritasana ranks seventh (cat posture)

After the chair pose, this yoga pose is an excellent relief. It helps to reduce the heart rate and make it more rhythmic and smooth. It also helps in improving blood circulation.

8. Adho Mukho Savanasana (down dog posture)

This yoga pose strengthens the chest muscles by expanding the lung area and increasing the capacity of the lungs.

Shoulder seat ninth seat (cobra posture)

The scapula stimulates the heart and expands the chest.

Sagittarius Tenth Posture (Bow Posture)

The bow position expands and strengthens the chest. It invigorates and helps to stretch the whole body.

The eleventh posture of Sethu Bandhasana (bridge posture)

This posture makes it easier to take deep breaths. The spine and chest are stretched. It also promotes blood circulation in the chest area.

12. Sarvangasana (Salamba Sarvangasana) (half shoulder standing posture)

This asana calms and activates the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for physical relaxation. It reduces cysts and relaxes and stimulates.

13. Ardha Matsyendrasana (sitting in a semi-vertebral posture)

When done left and right, this twist works the entire spine and opens to the sides of the chest. It also has a stimulating effect on the heart.

14. Western posture (forward posture with both legs)

In the western asana, the head is brought down from the heart. It lowers the heart rate and respiration and allows the whole system to recover.

Each series should end with a few minutes of meditation. From this list, you can choose guided meditation. This basic yoga for heart posture will bring many benefits in your life if you practice it regularly. Live a long, healthy life!

Yoga practice helps in the development of the body and mind and offers many health benefits. However, it is not a substitute for medical treatment. Studying and practicing yoga under the guidance of a certified yoga instructor is essential. If you have any medical issues, consult a doctor and Sri Yoga instructor before doing yoga poses.


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