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Writer's pictureKenya M. CYT-500

6 Best Yoga Poses for a Stronger Core!!

Updated: May 22, 2019



Building a stronger core helps you maintain a strong foundation. Besides looking good there are some amazing benefits that you will get to experience over time.


Although some of these postures appear to be simple, the provide a good challenge that help you build up the strength you need without doing crunches.

Over the years of my yoga journey, I fell in love with some key poses that helps strengthen the core muscles.

Having a strong core is important for your yoga practice.

Some benefits include:

  • Great posture

  • Stronger foundation

  • Improve Posture

  • Increase concentration

  • Contributes to feeling and looking good (my favorite)

 

"Health is not a commodity to be bargained for. It has to be earned through sweat! "

-B.K.S. Iyengar

 

Note* If this is new for you, Please consult with your doctor before performing any exercises.

 

Here are some of my favorites, that I actually did today!

1. Utthita Chaturanga Dandasana/ High Plank

(This can be modified with adding a slight bend to the knees or resting the knee on the mat.)


2. Makara Dandasana/Low Plank pose/ Dolphin plank

(This can be modified with adding a slight bend to the knees or resting the knee on the mat.)


3. Vasisthasana/Side Plank pose



Side Plank modification

(This can be modified with adding a slight bend to the knees or resting the knee on the mat.)

 

4. Paripurna Navasana/ Full Boat Pose


Boat Pose

Modifications: Half Boat/ Ardha Navasana or with Easy Boat (grabbing the back of your thighs)



Boat Pose 3

 

5. Kick outs

Inhale : Supported Boat (resting your hands or finger tips at your sides)


Kick Outs

Exhale: Jathara Sana/ Abdominal Lift Pose (extend your legs squeezing your thighs together.)


Kick outs

 

6. Parsva Navasana/ Revolved boat

Clasp hands together touching the ground as your rotate


Side boat Pose

Click here to download your free pdf banner of these postures.

 

Now it is your time to give these a try! Challenge yourself!

*Hold each posture for a minimum of 30 seconds up to 90 seconds for 2-3 rounds.

* Drink lots of water!

* Remember Breathe ( Don't hold your breath)

Talk to you soon,

Kenya

 

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6 Best yoga Poses for a stronger core

 

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