Beat the exam blues with yoga

Board exams are just round the corner. And as a result, most students have removed recreational activities from their daily schedule, which is leading to more stress, insomnia, anxiety and digestive disorders. So, to tackle these issues and beat the exam blues, students these days are opting for yoga and meditation. According to experts, yogic techniques can not only keep you refreshed but also help boost confidence.Mausam Sharma, city-based yoga expert said, "Performing yoga and meditation are perfect ways to overcome exam blues.Students must understand the basics of yoga and try them in correct postures for positive results. Nadi Shodhan Pranayama, Balasana, Trikonasana, Shavasana, Makarasana, Sarvangasana and Sahaj Pranayam are some of the yoga asanas that help relax body and mind. These asanas can be practised anytime during the day." — Read on...
BALASANA : Commonly known as child pose, this yoga is practiced by Pankhuri Kumari everyday as it is very beneficial in releasing stress. It can be done at home anytime when students are free. In this asan, body faces the floor in a way that knees and hips are bent with the shins on floor. Chest should rest between the knees and head should be stretched forward towards ground. Arms have to be stretched forward in front of the head.
SAHAJ PRANAYAM
It is a simple exercise to de-stress your brain and reduce anxiety. Rishika Sharma, a school student performs this asana everyday. You need to first sit in Padmasana with your back straight. Take a deep breath after that. Now, rest your chin down on your neck and hold your breath for 30 seconds. Raise your chin and exhale through the mouth. It should be repeated for at least 15 times for better results.
TRIKONASANA
Misha learnt Trikonasana or triangle pose in her school. While executing it, the practitioner first needs to stand straight and separate his/her feet
wide apart. The right foot must be turned out in 90 degrees and left foot in by 15 degrees. Keeping the waist straight, left hand should be up in the air while your right hand must come down towards the floor. Take deep breaths to relax the body. Hold in this position for around two minutes and then repeat it on the other side. You can try these in a set of 15 every day.
SHAVASANA
Mani came to know about this asana on the internet. To try this asana you need to lie flat on the floor, lose your eyes and place your legs apart. Your arms must be placed along your body. Leave your palms open and facing upwards. This pose refreshes your brain when you are extremely tired and need to get back to work quickly. Be in this position for at least 10 minutes.
MAKARASANA
It is another yoga asana that happens to be Shambhavi’s favourite. This asana resembles a crocodile taking rest in water, keeping its face and neck above the surface of water. To try this asana, you need to lie on your belly and face up. Now, fold your hands backwards resting them on your head. Stretch your legs straight and lift them a bit. Now, take a deep breath and feel your body touching the ground. Repeat it 10 times. It is perfect for shoulder problems.
SARVANGASANA
It is one of the best yoga with huge amount of benefits. Though, this is little difficult for students to perform but those who are determined like Aditi executes it on regular basis. All you have to do it to concentrate on getting the legs, waist and back in one straight line 90 degrees with the ground. Hands should be placed on back ribs and all pressure must be on neck, shoulders and the back of the head.