Yoga asanas that can be your buddy in losing postpartum weight
To get back to your pre-pregnancy body, it’s always recommended to go slowly and calmly as your body is still in the healing process and adapting to the new changes. In that case, Yoga is the best way to do so. Check out these Yoga exercises for postpartum weight loss
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Losing belly fat and whipping up in shape once cleared for exercise following childbirth, is on the bucket list of all new mommies while they handle the big and tedious task of taking care of a newborn baby and if postpartum weight is giving you sleepless nights too, this article is just for you. (Pixabay)
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In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Yoga expert Abhishek Otwal shared, “Most of the time, pregnancy causes a lot of weight gain, which is not just sometimes difficult to fight back, but even causes a lot of stiffness, muscular pain and a lot of lifestyle disorders, if you are overweight. To get back to your pre-pregnancy body, it’s always recommended to go slowly and calmly as your body is still in the healing process and adapting to the new changes. In that case, yoga is the best way to do so. It can always keep you mentally fit, stiffness free and alleviate the stress you might be facing as a new mom.” Since new mommies should not do vigorous training at postpartum stage, he listed a few yoga poses which help to lose weight easily post-pregnancy. Disclaimer: It is better if you learn the following asanas from a certified yoga practitioner and then continue doing them at the comfort of your home. (Pixabay)
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1. Surya Namaskara – Surya namaskar is very helpful to reduce weight. It is one of the most effective exercises which surely helps you to reduce the overall weight. Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan gives credits to Surya Namaskar for maintaining her svelte figure. It is extensively accepted that these types of Yoga poses are beneficial for weight loss. It has 12 poses which stretch each and every body part. The series of poses stretches and tones the muscles, keeping the waist trim while helping to stimulate the digestive system. Along with strengthening the back and muscles, it is also viewed as a complete workout regime for the body. Initially start with 6 Surya Namaskar and then according to your strength go beyond it. If you practice 24 – 48 Surya Namaskar on a daily basis, you can automatically see the difference in your body. (Instagram/@anshukayoga)
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2. Ustrasana (Camel Pose) – This asana is one of the best yoga asanas post-delivery. It reduces the weight which is around the tummy and even strengthens all the major muscles of the body. It stretches the stomach area and reduces the fat around that. The excess belly fat which is left over post-delivery is a source of discontent amongst new mothers. (Unsplash)
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