Bid Goodbye to Thunder Thighs with 3 Effective Yoga Asanas

For a lot of people, their thighs are where they hold their excess fat and getting rid of it can be hard for them. If that wasn’t bad enough, they are generally nicknamed ‘thunder thighs’ and sometimes, the jokes and taunts can get pretty hurtful.

But don’t worry. Here are some yoga asanas that target the areas around the thighs and give you a more toned look.

Utkatasana (Chair Pose)

This asana is beneficial in toning up the muscles of your thighs and hips.

• Start by standing straight with your legs and knees together.

• Bend your knees and lower yourself as if you are sitting on a chair.

• Inhaling, lift your arms over your head. Hold the pose for 6-12 breaths.

• Repeat 4-8 times.

Natarajasana (Lord of the Dance Pose)

This asana gives your inner and outer thighs a great workout.

• Start by standing straight.

• Inhale and bend your right leg backwards, and hold the ankle with your right hand.

• Extend the left arm in front of you.

• Hold the pose for as long as you can.

• Repeat on each side 3-6 times.

Malasana (Garland Pose)

This asana tones and makes the thighs more flexible.

• Stand straight with your feet pressed together.

• Lower yourself into a squat as low as possible.

• Joining your palms together in the Namaskara Mudra, rest your elbows between your knees.

• Hold the pose for 3 o 8 breaths.

• Repeat 3-6 times.

Don’t forget to do yoga under the guidance of an experienced yogacharya. And for more advice on natural weight loss, consult a Jiva doctor. 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.