International Yoga Day 2024: Try these yoga asanas to get a toned physique
Try these 7 yoga asanas for a flat stomach
International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21. The day is celebrated to spread awareness about the positive aspects of yoga. Beneficial for people of all ages, yoga connects the mind, body and spirit and promotes physical and mental health. The burdens of our personal and professional lives often take a toll on our mental health. That’s why you need to practice yoga regularly to calm your mind and feel at peace with yourself. But, did you know that yoga also helps in reducing belly fat? If not, try these seven yoga poses Posture For a flat stomach:
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bhujangasana
Also known as the Cobra Pose, this asana not only tones the abdomen but also stretches the chest area. Your upper and lower back muscles will strengthen and become more flexible. Say goodbye to digestive problems and enjoy a good metabolism that leads to a flat stomach.
Dhanurasana
Dhanurasana, the bow pose, is one of the most common exercises that is very beneficial. When you stretch your body backwards, it eases digestion, boosts metabolism and controls appetite. Losing calories becomes easier if you do this asana.
Boating
Another name for Naukasana is Boat Pose. This exercise benefits your core muscles, resulting in the expansion and contraction of the muscles around your abdomen. It builds core strength, tones the abdomen, and therefore burns fat. It might be a bit challenging in the beginning but as the saying goes: practice makes perfect.
Ustrasana
Ushtrasana or the Backbend Camel Pose stretches the muscles of the abdominal region, thereby stimulating the digestive system. When you stretch backwards with your arms and legs touching, the abdominal muscles get toned, thereby helping in weight loss and shedding the extra pounds around the belly.
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Trikonasana
Trilokasana or triangle pose activates your core muscles, thereby reducing the fat accumulated around the stomach and waist to a great extent. For faster weight loss, work on the muscles of your arms and legs. Apart from this, Trilokasana also improves digestion which also affects the toning of the body.
Halasana
When you perform Halasana or Plow Pose, there is pressure on your abdomen which further strengthens the muscles around that area. If you do it regularly, the fat tissue around the abdomen reduces and you get the desired flat stomach.
Tadasana
This is one of the easiest yoga postures you can include in your fitness routine. Also known as the mountain pose, this exercise works on almost every muscle in the body. Do it repeatedly and this pose will gradually reduce belly fat, giving a toned look.
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