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Asanas for reducing weight Obesity has been a health hazard causing increased risk towards cardiovascular system and respiratory system. Obese individuals are susceptible to arterosclerosis, diabetes, increased blood pressure and breathing problems. Increase in weight occurs when the intake is greater than the expenditure. Dietary modifications are essential with importance given to cutting down of the fats, animal protein and simple and refined sugars and including whole grains, natural sugars, vegetables and pulse proteins. Apart from diet, exercise can also help in reducing weight. Brisk walking, cycling or swimming can bring about a positive change on the weight.
Nowadays people are more interested in doing yogasanas for reducing weight.However in yoga proper technique is important so that the desired result is achieved.
Yoga posture and positions can be useful in reducing fat in the specified areas.Forward bending, backward bending and twisting helps in reducing fat in the hips, waist, abdomen.
Sun salutations are the basic techniques for obesity management. This can improve the oxygen supply in the body.24 salutations can be done everyday at a speed of 4 salutations per minute. This helps in strengthening the internal organs and tones up the muscle.
Pranayamam is the technique that is used for enhancing the vital energy or Life force.Kapaalbhatti helps in toning up the tummy muscles. Apply pressures on the stomach inwards to breathe out all the air present in the tummy. Relax and bring the muscles to normal position. Again apply pressure on the tummy to clear out the air. This can be done for 10 minutes. This is beneficial for large tummies.
Anulom vilom is generally a breathing exercise for the whole body and is not specified for obesity. It is useful for people suffering from high BP, arthritis, allergies, sinus, asthama and paralysis.
Butterfly or Sukhasana is useful for strengthening the spine and lengthening the leg muscle and making it strong. It is useful for improving the height.
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