Ever since the onset of COVID-19, our respiratory health has been severely affected. From taking preventive measures like wearing masks and maintaining social distance to adopting Ayurvedic prescriptions, we have done it all. It is equally important to ensure that we strengthen our lungs. Not only from potential COVID-19 attacks but from poor air quality levels. Since morning and late evening walks should be done with care with increasing pollution, you can always turn to yoga for better lung health. Here are 5 poses you can start with:
cat pose
Sit on all fours, keeping your hips directly over your knees. Keep your hands at shoulder distance apart. Exhale deeply and round your spine towards the ceiling. Lower your head and tailbone while pulling your lower abs in and up. Return to a neutral spine position to release the pose. In addition to aiding lung health, this pose is effective in helping you relax and neutralize the stress response. It can also help you sleep better and strengthen the muscles of the back, abdomen, shoulders, wrists and hips.
cobra pose
Boost your energy and fight the ill effects of sitting for long hours in front of a desk with this pose. If you are troubled by lower back pain, then Bhujangasana can be beneficial. You can start this chest opening pose by lying down and keeping your arms shoulder-width apart. Make sure your heels are tucked together, your big toes are straight and press down. Begin by lifting your head and chest. Roll your shoulders back and down. Relax your shoulders while straightening your arms. But remember to keep a slight bend in your elbows.
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Salabhasana may be your favorite for preparing for deep backbends. It is also a great way to improve posture and strengthen the back muscles that support your spine. Begin on your stomach with your feet together. Rest your hands on both sides with the palms down. Keeping your hands on the mat, raise your head, chest and legs. It should be led along your inner thighs. Remember to roll your shoulders back and away from the floor.
sphinx pose
This gentle backbend pose begins by lying on your stomach and keeping your feet together. Keep your elbows firmly on the floor under your shoulders and your forearms parallel to each other. As you inhale, lift your upper torso and head off the floor. This is a great pose to stretch your chest and lungs, shoulders and abdomen. It is also helpful in relieving stress and making your bag stronger.
wheel pose
Perhaps the most difficult pose on the list, Urdhva Dhanurasana, is very beneficial to remember. It targets your entire body. From giving you energy to stretching your chest and lungs. It is also great for strengthening your arms, wrists, legs, buttocks, abdomen and spine. Lie on your back and bend your knees. Make sure your feet are planted firmly at hip-distance and parallel. Place your hands near your ears, palms resting on the ground. Lift your hips, torso and head. Make sure you do not place the crown of your head on the floor. Your elbows should be drawn towards each other. Keep breathing evenly.
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