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
(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
Modifications: Half Boat/ Ardha Navasana or with Easy Boat (grabbing the back of your thighs)
5. Kick outs
Inhale : Supported Boat (resting your hands or finger tips at your sides)
Exhale: Jathara Sana/ Abdominal Lift Pose (extend your legs squeezing your thighs together.)
6. Parsva Navasana/ Revolved boat
Clasp hands together touching the ground as your rotate
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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