To practice yoga, the help of a professional in the area is essential, only then will you guarantee the benefits of the technique without putting your health at risk. However, there are some simple and powerful poses that can be easily introduced into your everyday life.
Below are seven simple postures that not only can but should be put into practice. These practices, in addition to improving posture, help eliminate stress, anxiety, protect against heart disease and improve concentration.
cat-cow
Wake up your spine after a long night's sleep. When your alarm goes off, get down on all fours, then arch, lower your head and look at your thighs. Take a deep breath and slowly bring your spine to the starting position, after that look up and let your belly drop. Repeat this process about four times.
dog looking down
To start the day with more energy, stretch your back, arms and legs. Get on all fours, lift your butt, stretch your legs and place your heel on the floor. To exercise your hamstrings and calves, pedal your feet. Breathe three times in this position and slowly return to the starting position.
Standing forward bend
Ideal to perform at lunch time, after a long time sitting at work. Stand up straight, drop your shoulders and bend your body forward, go down slowly until your hands touch your toes, if you have difficulties, bend your knee. Slowly return to the starting position and wait until the head is lifted.
forward bend seated
Indicated to be performed after lunch, as it aids in digestion. Sit on the floor and keep your feet straight and your spine straight. Slowly stretch your arms towards the soles of your feet, if you can't touch them, bend your knees. Breathe three times in this position and return to the starting position.
Warrior
To send sleep away, position yourself as if you were a runner and align your feet. Slowly turn your body and place the heel of your foot on the floor, keeping the knee of your front leg bent. The arms should be raised to shoulder height. Look straight ahead, take three deep breaths, then return to the starting position.
Pombo
Indicated to be performed at night, especially before bed to slow down and take the tension out of the body. Start in the dog position (Posture 2). The right leg should be lifted and bent without touching the floor, you can use a pillow to rest your forehead. Breathe in slowly for five times and then return to the starting position.
Child
For deep relaxation, start on 4 and place your butt on your heels. Open your knees and lower your torso until your forehead touches the floor. Breathe in slowly five times and then return to the starting position.
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If you still have difficulty performing yoga practice, some factor may be holding you back. Want to know more? Check the website: Obstacles for the practice of yoga.
