yuvaon aur bachchon ke lie yog aasan

New Delhi: Yoga lays the foundation of a healthy lifestyle for people of all age groups. It can be extremely beneficial not only for adults, but also for youngsters and children. It can equip them with amazing life skills to help them thrive and deal with any challenges they face in life.

Particularly, in today’s world where there is so much pressure on children and there is constant stimulation in them through internet, social media etc., Yoga can strengthen their foundation and enable them to make their decisions with maximum efficiency and calmness. Can prove to be a very useful tool for

Dicipline
To practice and master yoga requires discipline and patience. In adolescents and children, there is often more nervous energy that must be used correctly. Yoga asanas and pranayama can help channelize that energy in a better direction and curb impulsiveness and rowdy behavior among children and adolescents.

Power
Yoga postures can be physically impactful, they put pressure on vital points of the body to strengthen muscles and bones, resulting in increased flexibility of the body. A strong and flexible body is less likely to be affected by disease and injury. Apart from this, many yogasanas also detoxify the body, strengthen the immune system.

concentration and memory

As mentioned earlier, young people have a lot of engagements and expectations, not only academically but also for other reasons. In addition, they have constant stimulation which can act as a distraction from their responsibilities and duties. It is natural that in such an environment their attention is decreasing and their concentration skills are decreasing. Yoga is beneficial for the overall development of mind and body and it helps in improving cognitive functions. It has been proven that doing yoga for 20 minutes daily can help in increasing the functioning of the brain.

awareness and concentration

Yoga is a great tool for increasing self-love and self-acceptance. The various body postures of yoga help a person to become aware of their body and be respectful towards it. It enhances concentration and sharpens the senses of people. It can help increase emotional intelligence as well as empathy towards other people. It makes us more considerate of the needs of other people – friends, teachers, parents etc.

emotional balance

Yoga has proved to be helpful in keeping the nature calm, so that one can deal with stressful situations better. It creates clarity of thought and enables one to settle the mind to help focus on important things. It reduces stress and anxiety and equips one with the confidence to deal with any situation. Yoga trains the body and mind to bring about emotional balance.

Some asanas for children and young people

Balasan It is a relaxing pose, which can be practiced between tiring postures to relax the body. To do this asana, kneel on the floor in such a way that your toes touch the floor and then separate your thighs. While exhaling, bring your torso between the legs and straighten the spine. Place your palms on the floor and let your shoulders lift the weight of your back. This will help in relaxing your mind along with gently stretching the entire body. This is one of the most useful exercises to help reduce back and neck pain.

Shashankasana –

It is also called ‘rabbit currency’. It has a very good calming effect, although it is necessary to know the correct modalities of asanas to get the maximum benefit from it. First of all sit in the posture of Vajrasana. While inhaling slowly raise the hands above your head and exhale while tilting the torso forward. You can bend your arms slightly to relax, but only do so when you’re in the final position. It strengthens the back muscles, relieves tension, relieves constipation and tones your pelvic muscles.

Willing seat –

It is also known as ‘Cat Pose’. This includes the feline stretch. To practice this, stand on your knees and hands in such a way that you look like a table. Take a deep breath and lift your spine while lifting your head. Hold it for 5 seconds. Slowly start exhaling while tilting your head forward and arching your back. The more slowly you do this, the more peaceful and therapeutic the experience is. Do this regularly to strengthen your spine, improve digestion and increase blood circulation.

Mountains –

It is also called mountain pose. This provides the same benefits as the mountain – perseverance, resistance and agility. This asana is an important part of ‘Surya Namaskar’. Sit on the floor with your legs extended. Move your right leg to the left thigh and vice versa, move the left leg to the right thigh, such that both your legs cross each other. Take a deep breath and place your hands over the head and join them in ‘Namaskar Mudra’. Hold this for about 30 seconds and repeat. This will help you improve body balance, relieve tension from the shoulders, strengthen the legs, and improve lung activity.

Vrikshasana –

It restores the firm and dignified stance of a tree. To practice this, stand up straight with your arms down and straight. Bend your knee and place the other leg on your thigh. Legs should be straight. When you find your balance, breathe in and raise your arms. Bring your palms together and stay in this posture. Exhale slowly and do the same with the other leg. It makes you feel calm and brings back the balance. It stretches your body and improves concentration. People suffering from sciatica should do this asana under the guidance of an expert.

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(Disclaimer: Before practicing yoga, consult your doctor. You should practice yoga only under the guidance of a trained expert.)

(The author of this article is Dr. Pratap Chauhan, a senior Ayurvedacharya who is also a writer and speaker.

Disclaimer: Dr. Pratap Chauhan is the guest author and these are his personal views. Times Network does not agree with these views.