Yoga asanas that heal menstrual cramps
While every woman's menstrual cycle is unique, a significant number endure severe cramps and discomfort, making it an unpleasant experience. Experts believe that yoga is one effective way to deal with this situation as it improves blood flow, relaxes the muscles, and reduces stress. You can try these five yoga asanas to better cope with your period cramps.
Viparita Karani
This helps you calm period pains, mood swings, and general discomfort during menstruation. Sit close to a wall and lie back on the floor. Scoot your hips 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 or as desired.
Balasana
This asana massages your inner organs, helps increase blood flow, and relaxes your muscles. This offers respite from menstrual cramps. Kneel on the floor and sit back on your heels. Bend forward until your thighs and chest are in contact, and your head rests on the yoga mat. You can rest your hands by the side or extend them ahead.
Janu Sirsasana
This yoga asana comforts your uterus and offers relief from pains caused during menstruation. It's a fairly simple yoga pose. Sit with your legs straight and inhale, stretch your arms high, bend forward, and reach your feet. Try to draw your forehead toward your toes as much as possible. It is all right to bend your knees slightly.
Baddha Konasana
Begin by sitting erect with your feet stretched out. Now exhale, bend your knees, and pull your heels as close to the pelvis as possible. Next, press the soles of your feet against each other and hold the big toes with your thumb and first finger. Once done, maintain this position for about 45 seconds or as desired.
Paschimottanasana
Sit on the floor, join, and stretch your legs out straight. Now exhale, bend forward, and try to touch or grab your toes with your hands. If unable to do that, you can instead hold your ankles. Now, keeping the back straight, try to rest your face on your knees and breathe normally. Do not bend your knees while attempting this pose.
