These Are The Best Yoga Poses To Do For Seniors

These are the best yoga poses to do for seniors

By Grand Master Akshar New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANSlife).Yoga should be practiced as soon as possible.

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However, it is never too late to start.It is possible to age gracefully if you make yoga a regular part of your daily routine.

Yoga not only improves your physical health but also helps you develop your mental, emotional and spiritual faculties.

Yoga for Mental Well-being

Yoga can help you reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.

Surya Namaskar can be practiced along with physical postures.It helps to retain memory and improve focus.

Use safe practices

Senior citizens and seniors should practice yoga with all the precautions.Please consult your doctor before you begin any yoga practice if you have had surgery recently or are suffering from any injuries.

If you have wrist weakness or an injury, plank poses should be performed with care.To help you practice safely, consider wristbands, kneecaps, and any other protection.

Yoga Asanas
Vrikshasana, or Tree Pose

Vrikshasana
It is good for concentration and balance.

Stand tall and place one leg on the other inner thigh, either directly above or below the knee.

Take five to eight deep breaths, then extend your leg out to the side.
* Increases leg and abdominal strength
* Works on hip mobility

Ado MukhaSvansana, or Downward Facing Dog

It is good for flexibility, joint health, and overall body strength.

Seniors with wrist problems can try the same position on their forearms.

*Lie on your hands and knees.

Tuck your toes under and raise your hips so that your body forms a triangle.To bring the weight back, use your core strength and legs.
*Keep going for 5-8 breaths, then lower down and repeat the process twice more.

Naukasana/ Boat Pose

To alleviate back pain or other related issues, strengthen core and back.

Formation of the Posture

* Lie on your back.
* Lift your upper body 45 degrees off the ground.
* Lift your legs 45 degrees off the ground by putting your body weight on your hips.
* Your toes should be aligned with the eyes
* Avoid bending your knees.
* Point your forearms forward and keep your arms parallel to ground.
* Tighten your abdominal muscles.
* Straighten your back.

Santolanasana – Plank Pose

It is good for strengthening the shoulders, arms, wrists, wrists, and core.Balances nervous system

Formation of the position:
*Lie on your stomach
* Lift your pelvis, hips, and upper body up by placing your palms under your shoulders
* Use your toes for gripping the floor, and keep your knees straight.
* Make sure your spine, pelvis, and knees are aligned
* Your wrists should be below your shoulders, and your arms straight.

Samakonasana – Equal Pose

Balance and posture are improved.Strengthens the back and legs

Formation of the position

* Stand in Samasthithi at the beginning.
* Slowly tilt your upper back towards your pelvis.
* Lower your upper body so that it is parallel to ground.
* Keep your legs straight and bend at the knees.
* Make sure your back is straight and your spine is straight.
* You can either keep your hands on the hips or extend your arms out to the side.
* Focus your gaze forward.

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