Yoga for obesity
The following asanas help to counter those extra calories!
Kapalbhati kriya
Benefits
Strengthens the thyroid gland , thus regulating hormone regulation , exercises all body parts ; helps fight obesity , diabetes , asthma , constipation and arthritis.
Caution
If u have heart disease, high blood pressure or hernia, breathe out slowly. Don’t lift your head or shoulders while inhaling or exhaling.
Drututtanpadasana
Benefits
Reduces stomach flab, strengthens stomach muscles, and tones digestive organs.
Caution
Those suffering from backache, slip disc, sciatica, high blood pressure and heart diseases should do this asana with only one leg at a time.
Trikonasana
Benefits
Reduces waist fat, enhances spinal flexibility,
Caution
Those suffering from spinal problems should avoid this asana.
Urdhvahastottanasana
Benefits
Bolsters the digestive system, especially stomach, liver and intestines; counters constipation; tones spine and kidney; gradually eliminates waist and tummy flab; enhances the body’s elasticity.