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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
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In today's world, stress has become an inevitable part of many people's lives. While it may seem challenging to find respite from the constant pressures, yoga offers a powerful and effective means of stress relief. It is a combination of gentle movements, mindful breathing, and meditation, it provides a holistic approach to calm and relax.
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This resting pose gently stretches the back, hips, and thighs, promoting relaxation and calming the mind.
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This gentle flow between arching and rounding the back helps release tension in the spine and massages the organs, soothing the nervous system.
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This pose allows the head to hang below the heart, relieving stress and tension in the neck and shoulders.
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This seated pose stretches the entire back of the body, promoting relaxation and calming the mind.
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This pose helps release tension in the back and hamstrings while calming the mind and reducing anxiety.
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This restorative pose allows for increased blood flow to the brain and promotes relaxation and stress relief.
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This final relaxation pose allows the body and mind to fully relax, promoting a deep sense of calm and rejuvenation.
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This backbend helps open the chest and heart, reducing anxiety and stress.
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This restorative hip opener helps release tension and calm the mind.
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Incorporating these stress-relieving yoga poses into your daily or weekly routine can serve as a transformative tool. Yoga's mindful approach encourages self-awareness and provides an opportunity to step away from the constant hustle.
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