3 Yoga Poses to Burn Belly Fat & Give You Trim Abs

• Bhujangasana (The Cobra Pose)

• Dhanurasana (The Bow Pose)

• Kumbhakasana (The Plank Pose)

Bhujangasana:

The Cobra pose is a great posture to strengthen the abdominal muscles, back, and entire upper body. It also makes the spine flexible and strong.

How to do the asana:

• Start by lying on your abdomen with your feet pointed behind you.

• Place your palms besides your shoulders and lift your torso off the ground.

• Hold for 6 breaths. Repeat 3- 6 times.

Dhanurasana:

The Bow pose is the best posture to strengthen the abdominal core. To avail maximum benefit, rock back and forth while holding the feet in a bow position. This gives the abdomen a full massage and activates the digestive system.

How to do the asana:

• Start by lying on your abdomen.

• Stretch your arms out beside you.

• Lifting your torso, reach back and grip your feet with your hands.

• Hold for 6 breaths. Repeat 4- 8 times.

Kumbhakasana:

The Plank pose is the most effective pose in yoga to fight belly fat. It also tones the arms, shoulders, back, buttocks and thighs.

How to do the asana:

• Start by lying on your abdomen with your elbows beneath your shoulder with your forearms extended in front.

• Raise yourself up on your elbows and your toes.

• Hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Use these yoga asanas in conjunction with a healthy diet to burn belly fat and achieve a lean and muscular physique. However, do remember that not all asanas are suitable for everyone. Do not practice if you’re pregnant, have recently undergone surgery, or have a back injury.

Note:In addition to these yoga positions, you will also need the right diet and follow the correct lifestyle for maximum benefits.

Speak to a Jiva doctor to find out what poses are safe for you. You can dial 0129-4040404 from your mobile phone or click on ‘Speak to a Doctor’ under the CONNECT tab in the Jiva Health App.