You are a woman. You are gifted, multi-talented, responsible, efficient, and prosperous. You are prolific at your work and the best caregiver at home. You are the bond that combines many pieces into one. And, it would not be an overstatement if I say that no amount of words could make the best tribute to you.
However, while taking care of everything and everyone around, you often forget that you also feel tired and stressed. Most importantly, you also need to take care of yourself because, as legends say, you cannot pour from an empty cup. If you are looking for answers on how to take care of yourself amidst this busy and hectic schedule, seek them in yoga.
What is yoga? As Sadhguru says, yoga is not twisting and turning your body into some hard-to-attain postures. On the contrary, your asanas should be the one in which you are calm, steady, and comfortable. In Patanjali’s words, it goes like – Sthiram sukham asanam. So, yoga helps you in fine-tuning your mind, body, soul, and your entire existence to a point where every part of your body functions beautifully so that your natural abilities come out in their best form.
Here, I have rounded up some of the best yoga poses for women. Trust me, these asanas, when practiced religiously, can work wonders on your body, mind, and spirit.
Supta Baddha Konasana (Reclined Butterfly Pose)
We women, I mean, most of us, tend to take care and nurture our loved ones more than ourselves. Understand, if you are not happy, you won’t be able to keep others happy. The Supta Baddha Konasana helps you take care and nurtures yourself. All you need to do is, lay back on the yoga mat, close your eyes, and surrender deep within you. This yoga posture is not just relaxing, but it is also great for relieving the symptoms of intentional disorders, insomnia, cardiovascular ailments, and menstruation.
Adho Mukha Svanasana/Downward Dog Pose
Owing to the ease of practicing it, along with its multiple benefits, Adho Mukha Svanasana/Downward Dog Pose is one of the many well-known yoga postures. With the weight of the entire body resting on the palms and toes, it is perfect for a female body. Practicing this asana improves blood circulation throughout the body. It tones the core muscles, strengthens your bones and arms, and helps in posture correction.
Shishuasana (Child’s Pose)
For a working mother, juggling between professional and personal life is not as easy as many people think. As a result of which, stress and depression overshadow your own wellbeing. Shishuasana (Child’s Pose) could be a refuge in the expanse of peace for you. It is great for your hips, backs, ankles, and thighs. This yoga asana is my go-to for a stress-free life. Just 15 minutes and you can feel the difference.
Malasana (Garland Pose)
Also known as a wide-squat, malasana is one of the best poses for the female body. It stretches the hips, groin, thighs, torso, and ankles while toning the core muscles and improving the colon’s function. As this pose increases blood circulation in the pelvic region, it helps in regulating sexual energy. Besides, it also improves focus. Moreover, if you want to get rejuvenated skin, practicing yoga is like an antidote. All you need is some minutes for practicing yoga and follow this Night-Time Skin Care Routine Will Rejuvenate You in 3 Weeks.
Vriksasana (Tree Pose)
If you lack stability in your life, Vrksasana/the tree pose makes the best option for you as it helps you learn to balance. Practicing it for about 5 to 10 minutes can enhance your inner faith and boost your level of confidence. It stretches your inguinal region, things, thoracic region, and shoulders while strengthening your spinal cord, calf, and ankle.
Utkata Konasana (Goddess Pose)
This asana derives its name from three Sanskrit words – Utkata (Fierce/Powerful), Kona (Angle), and Asana (Posture). This asana helps you attain the fierceness of Devi Durga, the wisdom of Maa Saraswati, and the prosperity of Goddess Lakshmi. If you are looking for a new dimension of spiritual, physical, as well as mental perfection within yourself, practice this pose regularly.
Naukasana (Boat Pose)
Don’t have much time to indulge in long sessions of yoga? Naukasana is the best for you. It will help you tone your abdominal and thigh muscles this quick while rendering many physical benefits. I understand it pretty well that there are days when you really run short of time. However, it’s better not to compromise your health and wellbeing in any case. Naukasana, which resembles the pattern of a boat, can be the best resort on a busy day.
Kapotasana (Pigeon Pose)
As with me, initially, I got some flexibility issues while performing this asana. However, slowly I mastered this pose. Kapotasana (Pigeon Pose) is among the most flexible yoga postures with lots of mental and physical benefits. It has toned my abdominal muscles beautifully. Also, I have had some digestive issues. However, after practicing the pigeon pose, all those issues are gone.
Halasana (Plough Pose)
As the name suggests, halasana has derived its name from Hala or plough. If you are looking for an exercise that stretches your entire body, this is the one. It stimulates the thyroid gland, abdominal organs, calms the mind, and extends the spine and shoulders. It also helps in reducing fatigue and stress. You can practice this asana for the functions of your body while having these 8 Superfoods for Super Good Looks.
Apanasana (Wind-Relieving Pose)
This yoga posture keeps your focus centered. It helps in the elimination of toxins, including stress, anxiety, and stagnant energy from the body. Apart from that, practicing this asana also helps you with bloating, indigestion, acidity, IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), constipation, and menstrual cramps. As it stretches your lower back, it helps you keep that portion of your body limber.
Love yourself and take care!
So, beauty with brains, do remember, your body is a temple. So, treat it like one, and you can see the difference. After practicing yoga for 21-days, it has become a way of life for me. I feel calm, composed, and happy with all new energies empowering me from within.
