RELIEVE THE STRESS

The gentle soothing movements of yoga can be beneficial in lowering high blood pressure. Kalwyna Rathod lists three easy asanas for you

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1. Paschimottanasana Or Forward Bend Pose

This yoga pose effectively relieves stress and normalises high blood pressure. It also burns fat in the abdominal region.

Steps

• Sit erect on the floor with legs stretched out in front and toes flexed towards you.

• Inhale as you raise your arms over your head and stretch.

• Exhale as you bend forward; move your chin towards your toes and feel the fold at your hip joint.

• Stretch your arms as far as they can go - if possible, till the toes.

• Inhale as you lift your head slightly and stretch your spine.

• Exhale as you move your navel towards your knees.