Try these 5 yoga poses to feel better fast
By Woman's Day Staff
Quick, Calming Workout
Yoga has been shown to lower anxiety levels and blood pressure, making it a truly heart-friendly exercise. Run through this feel-good routine four times in a row for a mind and body boost. If you're new to yoga, it's a good idea to take a few classes to learn correct form. Go to YogaFinder.com to locate lessons in your area.
30 SEC: Tree pose
Stand
with left heel touching right ankle. Bring hands into prayer position
in front of chest, then extend arms straight up on either side of head,
palms facing. Hold. (If you have a heart condition, avoid raising arms
overhead.)
15 SEC: Fierce hold
Stand
with legs together and feet touching. Sink hips back as if you're about
to sit, bringing arms straight up above you next to your ears. Hold.
(If you have a heart condition, extend arms in front of you instead.)
1 MIN: Bird dog
Start
on hands and knees with back straight and abs pulled in. Lift left arm
up until it is parallel to floor while straightening and lifting right
leg so it's also parallel to floor. Hold for one beat, then lower to
start position and repeat on other side. Continue switching legs.
30 SEC: Bridge
Lie
on your back with knees bent directly over heels. Place arms at sides,
then press feet into the floor as you lift hips. Slightly squeeze
buttocks and press arms into floor for support. Hold.
15 SEC: Cobra
Lie
face down with legs straight, tops of feet on floor and palms flat on
the floor. Lift your chest, keeping hands under your shoulders and upper
body relaxed. Hold.
SOURCE: Mala Cunningham, PhD, founder, Cardiac Medical Yoga. All moves demonstrated by health editor Rachel Morris.
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