Celebrating World Yoga Day

"Explore 10 Astonishing Facts About Yoga Asanas for Strong and Healthy Bones"

Source:Freepik

     Written by Abhishek Singh                              June 21 2023

1.The Eagle Pose (Garudasana)

It stimulates bone health by improving blood circulation to the joints, enhancing flexibility, and relieving stress.

Source:Freepik

2.Locust Pose (Salabhasana)

It strengthens the muscles around the spine, stimulating bone density and preventing the risk of osteoporosis.

Source:Freepik

3.Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana)

It not only strengthens the spine but also promotes bone health by rejuvenating the thyroid gland, which is responsible for calcium absorption.

Source:Freepik

4.Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)

 Research suggests that regular practice of the Tree Pose (Vrikshasana) can help improve bone density in the hip region, reducing the risk of fractures.

Source:Freepik

5.Inverted poses

Inverted poses like Shoulder Stand (Sarvangasana) and Headstand (Sirsasana) increase blood flow to the upper body, including the skull, improving bone health 

Source:Freepik

6.Seated Spinal Twist

The gentle twist in the Seated Spinal Twist (Ardha Matsyendrasana) stimulates the spinal nerves, improving nutrient absorption in the vertebrae,.

Source:Freepik

7.Warrior II Pose 

Regular practice of the Warrior II Pose (Virabhadrasana II) strengthens the leg muscles, hips, and spine, thereby improving overall bone health and stability.

Source:Freepik

8.The Fish Pose(  Matsyasana)

It (Matsyasana) opens up the chest, stretching the intercostal muscles and stimulating the thyroid gland, which plays a crucial role in healthy bones.

Source:Freepik

9.The Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)

It strengthens the spine and stimulates the digestive system, improving nutrient absorption, which is essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones.

Source:Freepik

10.The Boat Pose (Navasana)

It (Navasana) activates the core muscles, including the abdominal and lower back muscles, providing stability and support to the spine and bone health.

Source:Freepik