Kriti Kharbanda has always been a big focus on her fitness. Amid her busy work schedule, the actress has taken out time for yoga sessions that boost both her physical and mental health. In her latest post, Kriti shared a glimpse of her yoga session with her instructor Sarvesh Shashi, where she showed off her ability to perform some challenging asanas. In a series of photos, she was seen wearing comfortable athleisure in shades of lavender as she performed the asanas. Kriti Kharbanda wrote in the caption, “Today was so tiring, but I feel great! I feel strong! I feel powerful! And I feel tired. But it’s worth it!”
Kriti’s post included workouts Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand) in which one has to lie on the back and raise the legs and torso with the help of the hands. After this Halasana (Plow Pose) is done which is done by lying on the back and with the support of the hands. Sarvangasana and lowering the legs, letting the toes touch the floor. Finally, she performed some reverse dumbbell flyes to strengthen the upper body as she balanced her yoga with weight training.
She performed all the exercises well with the help of her trainer. After this intense workout, Kriti Kharbanda wrote in her caption, “I have heard that it can be done through yoga, so I am trying it! (I heard yoga works, so I’m trying it).” She asked her fans, “What do you do to feel better and stronger??”
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Check out the benefits of these yoga poses:
1. Sarvangasana/Shoulder Stand
It is a whole body exercise that improves overall strength and flexibility. This asana increases blood flow to the brain and heart, promotes hair growth, brings flexibility to the cervical spine, relieves constipation, indigestion and functional disorders of the eyes.
2. Halasana or Plough Pose
It derives its name from a farming tool in India. It helps in stretching the entire body, strengthening the back, increasing flexibility in muscles and joint mobility, and improving balance, blood pressure and blood sugar levels. Therefore, it also helps in relieving stress and improving sleep.
3. Reverse dumbbell fly
This exercise strengthens the upper back muscles, which helps protect the shoulders from injury. It also improves posture, which in turn helps reduce stress on the spine and surrounding muscles, reducing long-term pain.
