Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: IG: Kira
Do you ever experience the sensation of your belly feeling full and tight, often due to gas? This condition is known as bloating.
Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: IG: Kira
Here are four exercises to help reduce bloating, as demonstrated by yoga instructor Kira.
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She has shared a video on her Instagram demonstrating how to perform these exercises. Let's take a look:
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The first exercise is Kati Chakrasana. To perform this, begin by standing with your feet apart and arms outstretched. Now, twist your torso, bringing your right hand to your left foot and lifting your left arm up while your gaze follows. Repeat on the other side.
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This exercise helps reduce bloating by stimulating the abdominal organs and improving blood circulation in the digestive system.
Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: IG: Kira
Next, you can try Utthita Parsvakonasana, similar to the Warrior II pose. In this pose, extend your torso forward and place your forearm on your bent knee. Extend the opposite arm overhead, creating a diagonal line from fingertips to heel.
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This pose stretches and strengthens your legs, hips, and groins while also improving balance and concentration.
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Following that is Mandukasana. To perform this exercise, kneel and sit back on your heels. Place your hands in fists with thumbs inside, then lean forward, pressing fists into your abdomen and arching back slightly.
Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: IG: Kira
This exercise helps compress and massage the abdominal organs, improving digestion and reducing bloating.
Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: IG: Kira
The last exercise is Pawanmuktasana. Lie on your back and hug your knees to your chest, clasping your hands. Rock gently side to side, massaging the lower back.
Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: IG: Kira
This exercise helps release gas and alleviate bloating by compressing and massaging the abdominal organs.
Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: IG: Kira
You can watch the full video of yoga instructor Kira for more detailed instructions.