Hey there, viewers! Do you often feel bloated and uncomfortable? While acidity relievers and certain meds might be a temporary solution, finding something natural and lasting will serve you better.
The answer for many people is yoga! That’s right! ‘Yoga’ is a traditional practice of harmonizing your body with the mind. You also master the art of breathing. Yoga has a rejuvenating power. Believe it or not, it can improve your digestive health. In today’s Pat fitness Article, we’ll be discussing yoga poses for better digestive health. What is a cat-cow pose? Will a cobra pose do some good?
We’ll be talking about all of these AND more... First things first! If you thought that yoga was all about flexing and curving your body in odd shapes, think again. The yoga practice consists of gentle movements, breathing exercises, and meditation. It’s a way of caring for your body, mind and lungs. Yoga also includes a spiritual element for many people. According to experts, poor digestion is the root cause of all disorders. Your digestion needs to remain strong so that it will metabolize food properly. It's simple! If your digestion is weak, it will produce less energy and more toxins. These toxins will accumulate in your cells and cause various digestive issues. But what else can it do for your gut?
Yoga will help balance the appetite and metabolism. The gentle movements of yoga will massage your abdominal muscles, resulting in the proper movement of food along the digestive tract. Yoga will also regulate your bowel movements and increase blood circulation. It will reduce fat deposition as well. The best part is that yoga doesn’t have any side effects! It can be practiced by anyone, anywhere. Hang on, there's more! You can practice yoga for healing, as it keeps the mind active, happy and relaxed. It pretty much flushes out stress. And speaking of stress, how can I forget about irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? IBS is a chronic disorder that affects the large intestine. Symptoms include gas, bloating, constipation and diarrhoea.
Sometimes the condition
becomes so serious, it can take a toll on one’s physical and mental health.
Studies suggest that people who practice yoga see improved IBS symptoms. As
yoga also lessens stress, it can maintains. I think we’ve discussed enough benefits
of yoga for digestive health! Lets now talk about the various yoga poses, their
benefits and how to do them.
1 - Seated Side Bend Pose
This is a great pose for beginners! It stretches the belly
muscles, lower & upper back and shoulders. This gentle yoga posture helps
to remove bloating and gas. It also helps your general digestion. So how do you
do it? Sit down on the floor in a comfortable cross-legged position. Make sure
your hands are touching the floor at your sides. Now raise your left arm
straight into the air, and then gently lean to your right side. All this while
keeping your right arm on the floor. Hold that pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Slowly breathe in and out 4-5 times. Then, switch sides and repeat. Have you
ever tried a seated side bend pose? Was it difficult to practice? Sound off in
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2 - Knees to Chest pose
This yoga posture
relaxes you, while stretching the pelvis. The pose gently massages the large intestine
to promote better bowel movements. Knees to chest pose also reduces lower
backpain and anxiety. So how is it done? You first need to lie on your back
with legs straight. Now, bend your knees slowly, and bring them towards your
chest. Use your arms to pull your knees closer. Hold this position for 4-5 deep
breaths. As simple as it appears, remember to take it easy on your lower back.
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3 - Cat-Cow pose
As the name suggests, this yoga pose gently transitions
between the two classic yoga positions, cat pose and cow pose. This pose warms
the body and brings flexibility to the spine. The cat-cow pose stretches the
back, neck and softly stimulates and strengthens abdominal organs. It also
improves circulation and massages your organs to promote gut comfort. You’ll
begin on your hands and knees in the table pose. Make sure you have a neutral
spine. Make sure your knees are aligned with your hips, and your wrist are
aligned with your shoulders. Start by entering a cow pose. As you inhale, lift
yourself upward, press your chest forward, and allow your belly to sink. Lift
your head, relax your shoulders away from your ears, and gaze straight ahead.
Hold for 4-5 breaths. Be sure to engage your core. Now return to a neutral
position. As you exhale, come into cat pose while rounding your spine outwards,
tucking in your tailbone and drawing your pubic bone forward. This is one of
the bones that make up your pelvis. You’re arching your back this time. Gently
lower your head, and hold for 4-5 breaths. Repeat this 2-3 times. Most
importantly, just relax.
4 - Bow Pose
For this cool pose, you actually bend your body into the
shape of an archer’s bow. This is one of the most important poses for your gut
health. The bow pose stretches your back and massages organs in the digestive
tract. It aids in digestion, and helps relieve constipation and stomach
discomforts. It can also reduce menstrual cramps and improve posture by
strengthening your upper back. Start by lying on your stomach. Your legs should
be straight, and hands to your side, palms up. Then bend your knees back and
bring your feet as close to your buttocks as possible. Now reach back and
gently grab your ankles. After you’ve grabbed your ankles, lift your heels
while also lifting your thighs away from the floor. This should raise your head
and upper torso. Keep your pelvis flat on the floor. Try holding it for 4-5
breaths. This yoga pose is difficult in the beginning, but practice makes
perfect! Before we continue, is all this talk making you concerned about your
digestive system? Well you might want to watch our Article on14 clear signs of
an unhealthy gut.
5 - Seated Twist Pose
This pose involves a twisting motion, which promotes bowel regularity and stimulates digestion in your belly. It also increases appetite, stimulates the liver, energises the spine and reduces bloating. The seated twist pose also helps relieve menstrual discomfort, fatigue and backache. Start by sitting on the floor with your legs straight. Bend your left knee and cross it over your thigh, placing your left foot on the floor. Then bend your right knee so that the sole of your right foot is facing inward towards your left buttock. Now take your right elbow and place it on the outside of your left knee, while you gently rotate your bottom to the left. Place your left palm on the floor to the left of your buttocks.
Turn your neck slightly, looking over your left shoulder. Hold this position for 4-5 deep breaths. Then switch sides and repeat. Spinal Twist Pose This is a great pose for strengthening the spine, and stretching the lower back. It improves digestion and eases constipation. Supine (sue-pine) spinal twist pose encourages blood flow to the organs, and provides deep relaxation. Lie down on your back, also called the supine position. Then bend your knees, with the soles of your feet flat on the floor. Now straighten your left leg, grab your right knee and bring it towards your chest. While keeping your left leg straight, gently rotate to the left, and bring your right knee over your left.
Bring your right arm back and place it straighten the floor, perpendicular to the body. Take your left hand, and gently press on your right knee for a good stretch. Hold this position for 4-5 breaths. When you’re ready, repeat on the other side. Cobra pose As the name suggests, you need to imitate cobra in its upright position! Cobra pose helps to improve posture, stretching your belly muscles, and supporting your general digestion. Start by lying on your stomach, palms flat and elbows bent. Then press into your hands, slowly bringing your head and chest upward. Straighten your arms slowly while keeping elbows bent. Always make sure to keep your pelvis on the floor, and focus on bringing your chest and upper back up and forward. Triangle pose This yoga posture alleviates constipation and increases your appetite. The triangle pose energises the abdominal organs, especially the digestive tract. It also improves digestion. You can start by placing your right foot forward into a low lunge, and then straighten the leg. Walk your left foot forward 6 inches, and turn it at a 45-to-60-degree angle to the front of the mat. All this while your heel is flat on the floor. Rest your right hand lightly on your right shin, and reach your left hand to the sky with your palm facing outward. Stretch the crown of your head forward as you reach your tailbone toward your left heel. Corpse pose This is the easiest pose of the bunch. You want to relax after practicing different poses, right?
The corpse pose is usually performed at the
end of your yoga session. Since it calms the nervous system, I’d say it’s
pretty essential. The controlled breathing and meditation help you reach
complete relaxation, it will also quiet the mind. Lie on your back with your
legs straight and arms to the side. Then close your eyes and take a deep
breath. Hold this in while counting to four, and then exhale. Try to focus on
your breath, and nothing else. Continue for a minimum of 5 mins, or as long as
you want. So, roll out your yoga mat, and practice these poses every day. This
will help you improve your digestion and feel healthy! Want to know more about
unhealthy guts and digestive disorders? Let’s keep the conversation going with a
couple more Articles, shall we? Check out 14 effective ways you can maintain
healthy colon. Or how about 6 common digestive disorders you need to know
about? Go ahead, click one. Or better yet, watch both, and learn more about
digestion. Did you know about any of these poses before watching this Articles?
Let us know in the comments below!
Thanks
Prathik Prakash
PAT Fitness
Founder & CEO
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