New Delhi, April 22 (IANS). In today’s fast paced life and long office hours, employees are facing many physical and mental problems. Working sitting at one place for hours is causing pain in the neck, back, shoulders and legs as well as increasing stress and anxiety. In such a situation, ‘Y-Break’ launched by the Ministry of AYUSH is proving to be an easy and effective solution for the employees.
The Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India provides detailed information about ‘Y-Brake’. ‘Y-Break’ is a small but very useful yoga break that employees can do while still sitting in their seats. There is no need to go anywhere or any special place for this. This break of just a few minutes helps in removing the fatigue of the day and keeping the employees fresh and healthy. Sitting in the same posture throughout the day worsens the body’s posture, which increases back pain, neck stiffness, shoulder pain and knee problems. The simple movements of the ‘Y-Brake’ reduce these problems and help maintain correct posture.
The Ministry of AYUSH has made available the complete method and video of ‘Y-Break’ on its YouTube channel. The ministry says that every employee working in the office should take this short break two-three times a day. Taking regular ‘Y-breaks’ improves the physical and mental health of employees, creates a positive workplace environment and increases productivity.
Due to continuous sitting, fat starts accumulating in the body, which can cause obesity. This problem is also controlled to a great extent by regular ‘Y-brakes’. Apart from this, ‘Y-Break’ is also extremely beneficial for mental health. It reduces stress, anxiety and mental fatigue. This increases the concentration of employees, improves efficiency and they are able to work with more enthusiasm.
‘Y-Break’ involves some easy yoga asanas, pranayama and meditation. These include asanas like Tadasana (stretching the body while sitting), Katichkrasana (waist rotation), Griva Sanchalana (light stretching of the neck).
Experts tell how to do ‘Y-break’? For this, sit straight on the chair, keep your back straight and keep your hands on your knees. Pull the stomach inward and then release it. Slowly rotate the neck left and right. Spread your legs by placing them on each other and take a deep breath. Nadi shodhana pranayam and simple meditation can also be included in it. These exercises improve blood circulation, reduce muscle stiffness and keep the mind calm.
–IANS
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