The Pregnancy Yoga Eagle Pose - What Are Its Benefits?

By Sam Milner


Would you like to join prenatal yoga classes? Is this practice safe during pregnancy? Millions of women from all over the world have discovered the benefits of prenatal yoga. This ancient form of exercise reduces back pain, improves balance, and tones the muscles. It can be practiced even by those with low back pain, asthma and sciatica. Pregnancy yoga supports emotional well-being and prepares your body your motherhood.

If you practice this form of physical activity, you may have heard about the pregnancy yoga eagle pose. It's one of the best poses for expectant moms. This posture reduces tension in shoulders and upper back, strengthens blood vessels, and improves balance. The pregnancy yoga eagle pose is also known as garudasana. This asana develops strength, focus, and flexibility.

This posture is named after an ancient god. Garuda was the mythological Hindu "king of the birds." His name means "eagle" in Sanskrit. Various studies have shown that the eagle pose increases blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, relieves tension in your back, and improves flexibility in the hips and knees. It can be safely practiced by people with asthma or back pain.

To practice this pose, keep your spine straight and breathe deeply. Raise your arms up to shoulder level with palms facing up. Cross your left elbow over the right in front f your body. Bend your knees and put all of your weight on your left leg. Place your right leg across your left leg. Hold five to ten breaths. Rest your backside on a wall if you have trouble with the balance.

When practiced regularly, this pose will strengthen your legs and joints. It will increase your lung capacity and improve breathing. It is recommended to practice this asana against a wall if you suffer from hypertension, headaches, or inner problems.




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