Who doesn’t long for shapely legs? I think all women want that. The problem is that we tend to store a lot of fat particularly in the hip and Thigh areas. Lack of exercise leads to cellulite.
All of us cant afford to take out time for a brisk walk or gym. Yoga is a good option in such cases. Some specific asanas focus on the lower body and give you the look you always longed for.
Virbhadrasana, the warrior pose depicts the exploits of a warrior. Start by standing straight. Keep your feet apart by 3 feet. Turn your right foot outward at 90 degrees and your left foot slightly inward. Lift your arms till they are parallel to the ground. Bend your right knee. Turn your face to the right; try to stretch your arms as much as you can. Hold it for a minute and then slowly come up. Come back to the initial position now. Now repeat the same for the left side. Virabhadrasana stretches and strenghthens the legs and arms. It tones the lower back.
Utkatasana is the chair pose that is more difficult to stay in. this is also one of the best postures to focus on your lower body. Stand straight with your feet a few inches apart. Lift your arms above your head. Bend your knees as if you are sitting on a chair. Stay in this position for 30 to 40 seconds. Straighten your knees first and then bring down your arms. Those who suffer from chronic back pain or knee pain should avoid this asana.
Naukasana or the boat pose requires flexibility and may take a little time and practice. Lie on your back. Feet should be together and hands by your side. Raise your upper body and your feet and also stretch your arms. Try to reach a 45-degree angle. Hold for at least 10 seconds. Get back and lie down. The benefits of this asana are that the tummy is also stressed and the overall body is involved. Those who suffer from blood pressure, headache or spinal disorders should avoid these asanas.
There are various variations in the above asanas. While the above given asanas focus on the thigh and hips, there are various other benefits of yoga on the mental health as well.
All of us cant afford to take out time for a brisk walk or gym. Yoga is a good option in such cases. Some specific asanas focus on the lower body and give you the look you always longed for.
Virbhadrasana, the warrior pose depicts the exploits of a warrior. Start by standing straight. Keep your feet apart by 3 feet. Turn your right foot outward at 90 degrees and your left foot slightly inward. Lift your arms till they are parallel to the ground. Bend your right knee. Turn your face to the right; try to stretch your arms as much as you can. Hold it for a minute and then slowly come up. Come back to the initial position now. Now repeat the same for the left side. Virabhadrasana stretches and strenghthens the legs and arms. It tones the lower back.
Utkatasana is the chair pose that is more difficult to stay in. this is also one of the best postures to focus on your lower body. Stand straight with your feet a few inches apart. Lift your arms above your head. Bend your knees as if you are sitting on a chair. Stay in this position for 30 to 40 seconds. Straighten your knees first and then bring down your arms. Those who suffer from chronic back pain or knee pain should avoid this asana.
Naukasana or the boat pose requires flexibility and may take a little time and practice. Lie on your back. Feet should be together and hands by your side. Raise your upper body and your feet and also stretch your arms. Try to reach a 45-degree angle. Hold for at least 10 seconds. Get back and lie down. The benefits of this asana are that the tummy is also stressed and the overall body is involved. Those who suffer from blood pressure, headache or spinal disorders should avoid these asanas.
There are various variations in the above asanas. While the above given asanas focus on the thigh and hips, there are various other benefits of yoga on the mental health as well.