Is your period cramps taking a toll on your mood? Ease pain with these yoga asanas

Menstrual cramps can sometimes be so terrible that you just feel like doing nothing and lay in bed all day. But that is not going to ease the pain. Experts suggest working out, walking or practising yoga to help relieve the pain.

Updated on: Jun 03, 2021 4:03 PM IST

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If you are someone who does not like taking medicines then here are a few yoga asanas you can try to keep period cramps away. (File image)

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Corpse pose: Also known as Savasana, is an ending pose for all yoga courses. There is no stretching in this pose. All you need to do is just lie down flat on your back and let the body loosen up as you focus on your mind. (Instagram/ruth__osborn)

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Cat-cow pose: These two positions mainly targets the back but also relaxes the abdominal muscles. In the cow pose, you need to stretch your head and tailbone up as you breathe. Breath out slowly and take the cat pose where you need to look down and curve your body. (Instagram/yoga.daily.inspirations)

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Reclining twist pose: This pose helps relax your back, hips, and shoulders. Repeat this 5-10 times on each side. (Instagram/kimterpstra_yoga)

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Child's pose: This is a very easy yet relaxing pose. It targets the back where the pain is found. (Instagram/beibei.emily)

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Pigeon pose: Practising this pose will remove the tension from your hips and leave your muscles near the abdomen area relaxed. Repeat this 5 to 10 times. (Instagram/roxyogaing)