Relax your achy feet with these yoga asanas
From walking in high heels to indulging in physical activities, the reasons why your feet may ache are many. After all, they bear the weight of your entire body all day long, making them more susceptible to injuries or pains. Fortunately, there are a few quick, easy, and effective yoga asanas that you can do to break free from them.
Adho Mukha Svanasana
This yoga pose includes gentle lifting of the heels, which stretches your feet muscles and relieve them of pain. Come in a tabletop position with your toes pointing inward and then lift your hips in the air. Make a downward slop and allow your biceps to touch your ears as you elongate your arms and legs as much as possible.
Vrikshasana (with a block)
Begin by standing straight on a block and then slowly raising your right foot. Position its sole on your lower left leg or thigh, whichever is more convenient. Now bring both your arms up in the air and then bring them down toward your chest, joining your palms. Hold this pose. The block will help your feet relax, improve flexibility, and strengthen muscles.
Viparita Karani
Sit near a wall and lie back on the floor. Scoot your buttocks as close to the wall as possible and then raise your legs straight. Place your hands beside you, focus on your breathing, and hold this pose for a few minutes. This pose can help you relieve fatigue, ache, and heaviness from your feet and legs.
Virasana
This yoga pose is the absolute cure for tired legs or achy feet. It stretches your ankles and helps build stronger feet arches. Kneel on the floor and place a soft cushion under your feet. Now move your feet to the sides of your hips and widen the gap under the buttocks. Rest them on the cushion and sit with your spine straight.
Mandukasana
Kneel and sit on your heels. Now clench the fists of your hands and press them tightly against your navel. As you exhale, slowly bend forward and pause your breathing. Maintain this position for as long as you can. Return to the original position and inhale. This pose stretches your feet and flexes your inner ankles.
