Yoga for menopause: Asanas that help manage symptoms
Going through menopause could be a tough phase, especially owing to symptoms like pain, mood swings, hot flashes, weight gain, and sleep issues. However, many women have found relief with some restorative and supportive yoga asanas that sped up their healing process when paired with medical treatments. With that said, you can try these five poses to break free from your menopause symptoms.
Janu Sirsasana
This yoga asana can help you get respite from menopause-induced stress and anxiety. It also improves digestion and heals headaches. All you have to do is, sit with your legs straight and as you inhale, stretch your arms high, bend forward, and reach your feet. Draw your forehead toward your toes as much as possible. A slight bend in the knees is always allowed.
Adho Mukha Savasana
This pose gives quick relief from hot flashes, headaches, and tension in the body. Form a tabletop position with your toes pointing inwards. Lift your hips in the air and form a downward slope. Let your ears touch your biceps as you elongate your arms and legs further to form an inclined downward position. Relax your head and back as you release.
Setu Bandha Sarvangasana
Lie on your back and bend your knees. Now grab your right ankle with the right hand and the left one with the left hand. Pressing your head and shoulders on the ground, lift your lower body in the air as high as you can. Finally, engage with your leg muscles to lift your hips higher.
Supta Baddha Konasana
Start by sitting with your legs toward the wall and lying on your back. Swing your legs up and scoot your buttocks as close to the wall as possible. Bend your knees and let both your soles touch each other. Bring them toward the groin as you hold them with your hands. Maintain this position for a few seconds and then release.
Vrikshasana
Begin by standing straight and raising your right foot. Place its sole on your inner left thigh. Raise both your arms in the air and bring them down toward your chest, joining your palms in a namaste. Finally, focus your gaze straight ahead or on the floor. You can hold this pose for a minute and then repeat it with the other leg.
