he respiratory system consists of organs involved in breathing. They include nose, throat (pharynx), windpipe, bronchi, bronchioles and lungs. The nasal cavity and pharynx are together referred as the upper respiratory system.
The skeletal system could be seen as a super frame which holds the entire body. In absence of this strong structure the body could collapse under the influence of gravity. It protects various key organs in the body. For example, the ribs in the upper body part protect heart and lungs.
The word Paschimottanasana is made with three Sanskrit words – paschim (west or back of the body), uttana (intense stretch) and asana (pose). Easy to perform, this asana has many benefits for both mind and body. While it helps cut the fat from your abdominal area it also aids in relieving stress and normalising high blood pressure.
Vira Bhadrasana or Warrior pose is one of the most common Hatha Yoga Asanas (postures) aimed at building strength and flexibility.
Ardha Chandra Chapasana (Sugarcane pose) involves side bend, strength, stretch, inversion, and balance. It is a great hip and chest opener. Method 1 – Stand in Trikonasana with the right foot in the…
“Sthirasukhamasanam” Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras / Pada 2, Sutra 46 – Steady and comfortable should be the posture – Method 1- Perform Utthita Trikonasana to the right side, with your left hand resting…
According to your capacity, choose the appropriate option for your hands. METHOD 1- Sit in Dandasana, straight legs and erected back. As you exhale, as mentioned above in the variations, choose the…
METHOD 1- Lie down on your stomach. Stretch your legs back with your toes pointed back and heels pointing up. Spread your fingers and place them on the floor under your shoulders. Hug the…
This is the second version of Prasarita Padottanasana. Compared to the first version we learnt, this is a little more challenging because we don’t have the help of our hands to deepen our bend.…
“Sthirasukhamasanam” Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras / Pada 2, Sutra 46 – Steady and comfortable should be the posture – METHOD 1 – Take a position of Warrior 2 with the right knee bent, turn…