New Delhi, April 28 (IANS). In today’s busy life, poor eating habits, sitting for hours and lack of physical activities are having a negative impact on people’s health. Due to this, fatigue, lethargy, muscle stiffness and problems related to blood circulation are increasing rapidly in the body. There are many asanas mentioned in yoga which help in improving blood circulation in the body. One of these is Chaturanga Dandasana.
Chaturanga Dandasana looks like a pushup. In this asana, balance is done on the fingers and toes while keeping the body straight. When the body remains in this position, many muscles of the body start working together. This increases the blood flow in the body and improves blood circulation.
Chaturanga Dandasana helps in improving blood flow especially in the legs and lower part of the body. When the weight of the body falls on the hands and feet, the blood starts circulating rapidly throughout the body. This reduces laziness in the body and the person feels more refreshed. This asana is considered very beneficial for those who work sitting on a chair for a long time.
This yoga asana also helps in strengthening the body. By doing this the muscles of the arms, shoulders, back and stomach become stronger. Along with this, the abdominal muscles also start getting toned.
Chaturanga Dandasana also improves the posture of the body. Nowadays, many people use mobile or laptop by bending for hours, which has a bad effect on the back and neck. This asana helps in strengthening the spine and back muscles. This makes it easier to keep the body straight and the posture starts improving.
This yoga asana is also good for mental health. While doing this asana, attention is paid to the breathing, this gradually calms the mind and reduces stress. Regular practice can make the mind feel more calm and focused.
To do this asana, keep both hands on the ground near the shoulders. Now rest the toes on the ground and slowly lift the body up. Keep in mind that the body remains straight from head to toe. During this time the body weight will remain on the fingers and toes. Initially you can stay in this posture for 10 to 20 seconds. The time can also be increased as practice gradually increases.
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