5 Yoga Poses for Women
Posted On : 31 October 2018.
Posted By : Yogi Mahesh Chetan.
According to the yogic philosophy, the women are considered as goddess Durga a union of all divine energies in the universe. Throughout her whole life, a woman has to go through multiple changes, especially from menarche to menopause. Yoga helps you to deal through these phases effectively and will help you to celebrate your inner wisdom, beauty, every flaw of your body, and to balance them effectively. However, since women have more complex and sensitive physiology, then men hence there are certain yoga poses that should be avoided while menstruating. Hence it is essential to learn this ancient art from a trained and certified yoga teacher.
Yoga brings balance to the body and mind by strengthening weak muscle and stretching out tight one also;, it prevents you from any injuries and pain. Yoga incorporates some deep breathing exercises that calm your nervous system and ease any physical tension in the body.
Here are some of the yoga poses that should be included in their yoga practice to channel their inner energies:
Child poses: Start from the tabletop position and kneel down and sit on your heels. Try to widen your knees as far as possible. Take a deep breath in and stretch your arms over your head and while exhaling bend your upper torso forward rest your forehead on your mat and palm resting on the mat. Now breathe and relax your body
Child pose is great to pose to stretch those lower back muscle and tight hips.
Downward facing dog: Start from the tabletop with your hand beneath your shoulder and knees beneath your hips. Now, starring from your knees and hands lift your hips towards the ceiling while tucking your toes underneath. If you feel a little uncomfortable, then you can also bend your knees till you feel uncomfortable then look towards your feet. Hold this yoga pose for at least 30 to 60 seconds then release from the pose.
This is one of the most common yoga poses you will find in your beginner yoga class to relieve you from those tight hamstrings. It is best for strengthening your upper body. This inversion yoga pose enhances your blood circulation.
Warrior II: Stand straight on the mat, keeping the distance of 3 to 4 feet between your legs. Now turn your right foot outwards at the 90-degree angle and turn your left leg inwards. Now bend your right knees in such a way that your right knees should stack up on your right foot. Keeping your feet firm inhale and extend your arms wide, keeping your spine and neck erect. You can keep your gaze straight, or you can turn it towards the right leg. Now breathe and try to hold the pose for at least 60 seconds and then repeat the pose on the other side.
Warrior II tones your arm and legs at the same time while strengthening your core. It is the best yoga pose to channel your inner goddess and release any doubt you have in yourself. Just a few breaths in, you will able to connect to your inner self and will tell you that you are stronger and braver than you think you are.
Goddess poses: Stand straight with your legs 3 to 4 feet width apart and turn your toes outside at the angle of 45 degrees. Now bend your knees and try to lower your hips till the height of your knees. Now stretch your arm above your head while keeping your spine erect and core muscle engage. Hold this pose for at least 30 seconds and then release gently.
Goddesses pose tone your inner thighs and quadriceps and strengthen your core. This pose is all about letting go of every frustration and thoughts you are holding onto while finding your inner strength at the same time.
Chair pose: Stand straight, keeping your feet slightly wide apart. Now bend your knees and gently try to push your pelvis down as if you are sitting on a virtual chair. Keep your arms extended in front of you or above your head. Try to hold the pose for at least 30 seconds and then release from the pose.
Chair pose is an excellent pose to strengthen your quadriceps and knees. Also, it prevents you from various injuries.
The great thing about these yoga poses that they don’t require any props. One has to use their own body weight to provide resistance, and you can practice this yoga poses anywhere. Women are naturally very compassionate and caring in nature that even sometimes they forget to take care of themselves while taking care of everyone. Practicing yoga will bring a sense of calmness in them and also act as a great stress reliever for those who suffer from stress and anxiety.