Period pain and bad posture, no need to go to the gym, this one yoga asana is important for every woman. – ..

News India Live, Digital Desk: The name of Bhujangasana is derived from ‘Bhujang’ meaning snake (cobra). Just as a snake remains agile by raising its hood, this asana also gives the same flexibility to your spine and body.

1. Period Cramps and Hormonal Balance
Unbearable pain and ‘mood swings’ during periods are a big problem in women. When you bend backwards while doing Bhujangasana, the muscles of your stomach and pelvic region get stretched. This stretch relaxes the muscles of the uterus and improves blood circulation in the body, which provides relief from period problems.

2. Relief from sitting job and back pain
If you sit in front of a computer all day, then it is natural to have bent shoulders and lower back pain. Bhujangasana strengthens your spine and corrects bad posture. Doing this daily increases the flexibility of the waist and reduces the risk of disc pain in future.

3. Say bye-bye to stress and anxiety
Nowadays, the hustle and bustle causes a lot of mental fatigue. Bhujangasana is a ‘chest opener’ asana. When you rise up while inhaling, the lungs open and the oxygen level increases. This calms the mind, reduces anxiety and you feel more positive throughout the day.

4. Belly fat and toning
The stomach can be toned even without heavy gym machines. This asana directly works on your abdominal muscles. If done regularly, it also improves the digestive system and helps in reducing excess belly fat gradually.

The easiest way to do it (Method)

• Lie down on your stomach on the ground.
• Keep your palms near the shoulders.
• Taking a long deep breath, slowly lift the front part of the body (up to the navel) upwards.
• Look towards the sky and stay in this position for a few seconds.
• Then exhale and return to normal position. Repeat this 3 to 5 times.

An important tip:
If you are pregnant or have had any major abdominal surgery, do not do it without expert advice. Also, yoga should always be done on an empty stomach or at least 3-4 hours after eating.

These 5 minutes of time taken out for yourself can make your coming years better. So just try starting tomorrow morning with this one asana, you will feel the difference yourself.