Summer heat can lead to exhaustion and even heatstroke. Along with staying hydrated, practicing cooling yoga techniques can help regulate body temperature and keep you refreshed.
Here are 7 yoga exercises to help you stay cool and avoid heatstroke this summer:
Pranayama: Practicing slow and deep breathing helps calm the nervous system, reduce body heat, and improve oxygen flow. Aim for 5–10 minutes in a quiet, shaded place.
Sheetali Pranayama: Roll your tongue into a tube (or place the tip between your lips if you can't roll it), inhale through the tongue, and exhale through the nose. This naturally lowers body temperature.
Sitali Pranayama: Inhale through clenched teeth or pursed lips and exhale through the nose. This method cools the breath and soothes internal heat.
Shavasana: Lying flat on your back with arms relaxed at your sides helps the body cool down and recover from heat exposure. Stay in this pose for 5–15 minutes.
Surya Namaskar: Practiced early in the morning or during cooler hours, this energizing sequence improves circulation and keeps the body balanced without overheating.
Chandra Namaskar: A gentle sequence that soothes the nervous system and cools the body. Best practiced in the evening or during hot parts of the day.
Sitali Kriya : A variation of cooling breath practiced in Vajrasana (kneeling position). Inhale cool air slowly and exhale through the nose while focusing on calmness and internal coolness.