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Asanas That Help Alleviate Fatigue
The following asanas are proven remedies for fatigue. Though the effects of asana practice may be immediate in some cases, asanas will reveal their true power through patient, long-term commitment to the practice.
Adho Mukha Svanasana
(Downward-Facing Dog) |
One of the most widely recognized yoga poses, Downward-Facing Dog is an all-over, rejuvenating stretch. |
Ardha Matsyendrasana
(Half Lord of the Fishes Pose) |
Named after a legendary teacher of yoga, this twist energizes the spine and stimulates the digestive fire. |
Baddha Konasana
(Bound Angle Pose) |
Bound Angle Pose, also called Cobbler's Pose after the typical sitting position of Indian cobblers, is an excellent groin- and hip-opener. |
Balasana
(Child's Pose) |
Balasana is a restful pose that can be sequenced between more challenging asanas. |
Bhujangasana
(Cobra Pose) |
This posture promotes flexibility in the spine and encourages the chest to open. |
Halasana
(Plow Pose) |
Plow Pose reduces backache and can help you get to sleep. |
Janu Sirsasana
(Head-to-Knee Forward Bend) |
A forward bend for all levels of students, Janu Sirsasana is also a spinal twist. |
Paschimottanasana
(Seated Forward Bend) |
Literally translated as intense stretch of the west, Paschimottanasana can help a distracted mind unwind. |
Salamba Sarvangasana
(Supported Shoulderstand) |
This version of Shoulderstand is performed with blanket support under the shoulders. |
Savasana
(Corpse Pose) |
Savasana is a pose of total relaxation-making it one of the most challenging asanas. |
Setu Bandha Sarvangasana
(Bridge Pose) |
This active version of Bridge Pose calms the brain and rejuvenates tired legs. |
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana
(Upward-Facing Dog) |
Upward-Facing Dog will challenge you to lift and open your chest. |
Uttanasana
(Standing Forward Bend) |
Literally translated as intense stretch pose, Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind. |
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