Saturday, May 25, 2013

Top 5 Yoga Poses For Pregnant Women

Top 5 Yoga Poses For Pregnant Women


by Sam Milner


Pregnancy brings both fear and joy to parents. Most women are afraid of the changes their bodies are going through. They have to deal with breathing problems, nausea, fatigue, painful leg cramps, and mood swings. Certain yoga poses are specifically designed for expectant mothers. They may help release the discomfort of pregnancy and prepare your body for childbirth.

Here are the best yoga poses for pregnant women:

Cobbler's pose - Baddha Konasana, also known as the cobbler's pose, improves balance and reduces back pain. This exercise opens your hips and gives your child more space to move around in the uterus. It also stretches your upper legs and tones your hips and thighs.

Child's pose - This exercise reduces stress and clears your mind. It also improves circulation, releases tension in your back and shoulders, and encourages strong breathing. This resting pose is ideal if you have dizziness or fatigue. The child's pose helps relieve the symptoms of menopause and strengthens foot arches.

Yoga squat - Malasana or the yoga squat is one of the safest and most effective yoga poses for pregnant women. It improves balance, tones your legs, and opens your hips. It also aids in digestion and increases flexibility. The yoga squat relieves constipation, relaxes your nervous system, and stimulates blood circulation.

Eagle pose - This balancing pose is often referred to as garudasana. It opens your hips and strengthens the pelvic floor, which helps relieve pain during labor. It also improves concentration and relaxes your mind.

Hero pose - This exercise is also called virasana. It serves as the initial position for several asanas. The hero pose stretches your ankles, improves digestion, and relieves tired legs. It's also recommended for asthma and high blood pressure. This posture stretches the hips, knees, thighs, and feet. It's one of the most beneficial yoga poses during pregnancy.




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