On International Yoga Day, Know 8 Yoga Asanas To Reduce Anxiety And Depression

Today is International Yoga Day, celebrated annually on June 21st to promote good health and well-being through yoga.

Practicing yoga asanas can help reduce anxiety and depression.

Let's explore some effective yoga poses for managing these conditions.

Balasana: Promotes relaxation by stretching the back and hips, encouraging deep breathing and relieving tension.

Marjaryasana-Bitilasana: Enhances spinal flexibility, reduces stress through rhythmic breath and movement.

Adho Mukha Svanasana: Lengthens the spine, calms the mind, and energizes the body through inversion.

Uttanasana: Releases tension in the back and hamstrings, encourages introspection and relaxation.

Paschimottanasana: Calms the nervous system, stretches the spine and hamstrings, aids in emotional release.

Setu Bandhasana: Opens the chest and heart, relieves anxiety by promoting circulation and gentle backbending.

Savasana: Deep relaxation posture, reduces stress by allowing the body and mind to rest completely.

Sukhasana: Calms the mind with cross-legged sitting, enhances relaxation and emotional stability through controlled breathing.