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Asanas for Reducing Tummy
I have a bulging stomach which looks very odd when I wear T-shirts and tuck in. I would like to reduce my stomach with Yoga. I would be grateful if you can provide me with asanas with technique to reduce fat. I used to do yoga d
( 6 Sep 2007)
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In order to flatten your stomach, there are two types of yoga asanas that you should do when you practice yoga. Firstly, in order to lose weight around your stomach, you should increase your cardio activity, thereby increasing your metabolic rate. The best exercise for this is running, however, yoga can be done in such a way as to increase your metabolic rate. Ashtanga yoga is best for this. Ashtanga yoga is a series of asanas done at a faster rate than most other types of yoga, like Hatha. It begins with a series of Sun Salutations to warm up and then completes a set series of asanas which flow in to each other. By practicing Ashtanga yoga (or other fast movement yoga such as Power Yoga), you will increase your heart rate and increase your metabolic rate – thereby letting your body consume those extra calories that add to a bigger stomach.
As well, doing asanas that focus on your stomach will help build muscle in that area. This will give the illusion of a flatter stomach. Try spinal twists and planks, which will build muscle in the stomach. Building muscle will also burn more calories – helping to reduce your stomach as well!
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answered by R W on 2 Nov 2007, 4:42:02
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