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5 yoga poses that can reduce high blood pressure

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - May 27, 2023, 21:00 IST
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​​Stress may increase the chances of hypertension​


One of the main causes of high blood pressure is stress. While stress cannot be completely avoided, there is little doubt that how we handle it may improve our lives. Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness are age-old practices that provide us the skills we need to effectively manage our stress. Invest in regularly practising yoga poses, pranayama, and meditation, among other yogic disciplines. Taking care of your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being will be ensured by doing this.
Regulate your lifestyle
Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar, Yoga and Spiritual Leader, Founder, Akshar Yoga Institutions says, “One of the main reasons for hypertension may be lifestyle issues. This can include not exercising enough, stress, drinking too much alcohol, gaining too much weight, eating too much salt or sugar, being dehydrated, etc. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to potentially fatal illnesses like heart attacks, strokes, kidney disorders, and vascular dementia if it is not addressed. Utilise yoga's comprehensive approach to holistic health care to look after your bodily and emotional well-being.
Practice the following yoga asanas to prevent high blood pressure. You can hold each pose for 30 seconds and repeat for 3 sets.

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​​Sukhasana​


Sit down using cushions, pillows, and other furniture as supports. Stretch your legs out in front of you, then softly cross your right and left legs at the ankles. Close your eyes slowly while maintaining a straight back. You can stand with your palms facing up on your knees.

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​​Dandasana – Staff Pose​


Formation of the posture
Take a seat and extend your legs in front of you. Engage your pelvic, thigh, and calf muscles while maintaining a straight back and linked legs. Lay your palms flat on the ground close to your hips. This can help you maintain an upright posture, relax your shoulders, keep your eyes forward, and hold for up to a minute.

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​​Vajrasana -Thunderbolt pose​


Formation of the Posture
Kneel down, placing your palms on your knees, keeping your heels slightly apart, and resting your pelvis on them. Straighten your back and face forward.

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​​Paschimottanasana – Seated Forward Bend​




Formation of the posture
Sit with your legs stretched forward. Exhale, bend forward and try to place your upper body on your lower body. See if you can hold your big toes with your fingers

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​​Vrikshasana - Tree Pose​


Formation of the Posture

Stand tall Place one foot on the opposite inner thigh, either above or below the knee. Bring your hands to the prayer position in front of your chest, and stay for five to eight breaths.
Meditation on breath
Additionally, Swaas Dhyan is a highly recommended form of meditation. Your body's ability to repair itself is influenced by how often you practise breath-centered meditation. You can feel happier, calmer in your mind, and recover more quickly with meditation.

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