The effects of different yoga asanas. Did you know this? Part 1

The effects of different yoga asanas.
Did you know this? Part 1

By Hanne

In this blog post, I tell you about the effects of different yoga asanas. Maybe you already know about these effects and find this writing more like a recap to you. Or maybe everything that I am telling is entirely new to you. Whatever the case is, let’s get into the point.

The effects of different yoga asanas. Did you know this? Part 1

Yoga asanas can be divided into five categories, and each category or asanas in that category has a different type of impact on our bodies.

1. Standing asanas

Standing poses create a solid foundation for the asana in question and the entire practice. These poses are ideal for warming up the body; they open the hips, strengthen, increase endurance, and improve balance. Standing poses increases strength and flexibility at the same time. Above all this, they improve circulation, digestion and stimulate the cardiovascular system. They are also excellent for improving focus and relaxing the mind.

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2. Forward bends
Asanas in this category are ideal for drawing our senses inward away from the world around us. Forward bends have a relaxing effect on our bodies. If you suffer from stress, anxiety, insomnia, or headaches, these types of asanas are especially for you.

Forward bends stimulate spinal nerves and improve circulation, and by doing them, they nourish the spinal cord. These asanas strengthen your thighs, and this will help you find a correct alignment of your spine.

While doing forward bends, you create pressure on our abdominal organs, liver, spleen, and intestines. This pressure is like an internal massage to your organs and improves digestion. It also improves the blood flow along the spine, providing oxygen to the brain. Forward bends also lower blood pressure.

3. Backbends
With backbends, you can strengthen and stretch the front side of the body. They stretch and tone the abdominals and strengthen the legs, especially thighs. Backbends are rejuvenating, and they increase the energy within the body, so in case you feel tired or depressed, these asanas are ideal for you.

Backbends are powerfully stimulating the digestive system, respiratory system, nervous system, and circulatory system. If you have asthma, backbends can be really beneficial for you since they open the chest and diaphragm.

Here you are, now you know the effects of different yoga asanas. These are the first three, I will get back to the last two within a few days.
I also have a little surprise for you.
So stay tuned.