Amid Raj Kundra-Kavita row, Shilpa Shetty lists uses of Parsva Sukhasana asana: 'Want to calm myself down'

Shilpa Shetty took to Instagram on Monday and posted a video of her doing the Parsva Sukhasana asana. She mentioned how this asana was good for releasing pent up stress and anxiety.

Actor and fitness enthusiast Shilpa Shetty on Monday explained the benefits of Parsva Sukhasana asana. She also shared a video.

Shilpa Shetty, who is quite active on Instagram with her yoga videos, has been in news over a controversy involving her husband Raj Kundra and his ex-wife Kavita.

Taking to Instagram, Shilpa Shetty wrote: "Sometimes, one needs to start their week on a calm and quiet note. Today is one such day for me when I just want to relax my mind and calm myself down. So today, I practiced the Parsva Sukhasana.

"It helps relieve the pent up stress and anxiety that gradually affects the immune system and one's overall health. Physically, it helps stretch the neck, shoulders, obliques, and back."

"Tale some time off whenever you can, choose to practice this asana, and let your mind and body just go with the flow. A calm and composed mind and body can deal with a lot more than we can think of," Shilpa explained.

Shilpa's fitness video has definitely given social media users a dose of motivation.

"This is amazing. Will try to do this," a fan commented. "Thank you for sharing this Shilpa. I will try to practice this asana," another user wrote.

Meanwhile, on the film front, Shilpa will be next seen in Hungama 2, which also stars Paresh Rawal and Meezaan Jaaferi. She is also be seen in Nikamma.