Strengthen your lungs and boost immunity post Covid recovery with these asanas

Covid mostly affects the upper respiratory system which is why it is important for everyone to keep their lungs healthy. Practising certain yoga asanas that help improve lung health can not just strengthen the lungs but will also boost your immunity.

Updated on: Jul 15, 2021 11:24 AM IST

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Yoga asanas like bow pose or wheel pose improve the capacity of lungs as well as strengthen them while breathing yoga exercises can help clear mucus from the airways. Here are a few yoga asanas you can practise if you have just recovered from Covid-19. (Unsplash)

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Hasta Uttanasana or raised arm yoga pose: Stand straight and raise your arms with folded hands. Slowly bend back with that pose and hold for some time. (Instagram/@nikkiwellsyoga)

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Chakrasana aka wheel pose: Lay down on your back then push your body upwards forming an arch. (Instagram/@soulofariver)

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Ardha chandrasana or half-moon pose: Start with a Triangle Pose putting your left leg forward, gently bend your right knee and bring your left hand to your hip. Form an arch like a half-moon. (Instagram/@yoga_valentinalucchini)

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Anulom Vilom: Sit down on your mat with your legs folded, back straight and chin upright. Use your thumb and ring finger to block one nostril while you breathe in from the other thenn block the other nostril and breath out from the other. Repeat the same 15 to 20 times. (Instagram/@bodypourge)

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Ustrasana aka camel pose: Sit on your knees then arch your back and hold your feet with your hands. Hold this position for a while, breath out and come back to the original posture. (Unsplash)

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Dhanurasana or bow pose: Lie down on the ground with your stomach flat on the floor and bend your knees towards your hips and hold your ankles. Push the body back keeping your face up. Hold this pose as long as you can. (Unsplash)