Effect of physical exercises in Yoga @ Amritha, Aluva

Physical exercises results in increased flexibility of the body. It stretches and strengthens the core muscles. It balances and stabilises the body.

Four physical exercises to add in the daily exercises 

1. Five steps hand exercises 

1. Prayer pose 

2. Stretch the hands shoulder level sideways with palms facing up.

3. Raise the hands up straight with fingers pointing up.

4. Bring the hands on shoulder level sideways with palms facing down.

5. Back to prayer pose.

Strengthens the hands.

2. Side stretching 

Stand erect with feet apart. Place your right palm on your right hip, raise the left hand up and bend towards left as far as possible. Feel the stretch. Do it on the other side.

Stretches and strengthens the dorsals and hands.

3. Imaginary chair sit

Stretch both hands in front of you on shoulder level and sit on an imaginary chair. Feel the pressure on your bottom and thighs. Strengthens the body.

4. Leg exercises 

Stand erect with palms on the corresponding hips.

Lift your right leg forward, hold it for a few seconds, bring the leg back and lift it straight back, hold for almost the same time, bring the leg back and lift to the right. Hold it for few seconds and come back to the original position. Repeat on the left leg. Strengthens the legs. Balances the body.

All the exercises do for thrice or five times.

Visualise the benefits while doing the exercises for better results.

Regular practice is the key to success.

Creates self awareness , builds up self confidence and self esteem.