Flabby Abs Bothering You? Try These 3 Yoga Asanas for a Toned Mid Section

Who hasn’t dreamed of having toned and beautiful abs? Who doesn’t want to get rid of those bulges that come when you’re wearing tight jeans or a nice dress? Well, now your dreams can come true with these three yoga asanas that can give you the beautiful abs you want.

Padahastasana (Standing Forward Bend)

• Stand upright with your legs pressed together and arms at the side.

• Inhaling, stretch your hands upwards.

• Exhaling, bend forward and touch your toes without bending your knees.

• Brace your stomach muscles and hold your breath for 40-60 seconds.

• Repeat 6-10 times.

Pavanamuktasana (Wind Relieving Pose)

This asana puts pressure on your abdominal muscles, tightening them.

• Lay on your back.

• Inhaling, bend your knees and as you exhale, pull them towards your chest.

• Rest your thighs against stomach and grip your legs by joining your hands beneath your thighs.

• Lift your chin and place it against your knees.

• Hold for 40-90 seconds.

• Repeat 6-10 times.

Naukasana (Boat Pose)

This asana tones the abs and gets rid of that pesky muffin top.

• Lay on your back.

• Inhale deeply and relax your body.

• Exhaling, lift your head, chest and legs off the ground. Support your body on your bottom.

• Stretch your arms and hold them parallel to the ground.

• Keep your eyes locked on your toes. Hold the posture for 20- 30 seconds to begin with.

• Repeat 5- 15 times.

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