Yoga

Yoga is more necessary than ever... the back from holiday make us experience again high levels of stress that added to the lack of exercise involves significant challenges for our health.  

Nowadays, the average of hours at work is of 8 to 10 hours sitting in front a computer, as a result the spine is subjected to tremendous pressure, leading to suffering from back pain. Yoga exercises help, among others, to prevent and alleviate back problems. Here we show you some of these exercises (called "asanas"):

The triangle 

This position favors dishing column stretching, contracting and relaxing simultaneously most of the muscles of the back. Consequently, the column is more flexible.

The dog 

The posture of the dog looking down improves circulation in the legs, relaxes the back and revitalises the whole body. We started up and inclined forward placing palms at the same distance from the shoulders up to support the palms on the floor. We formed a triangle with legs and arms, introducing the head among them and falling it relaxed looking at the floor.

The child 

It is a very common posture and very easy to do. Kneel on the floor, sit on your heels, bend forward and place your forehead on the floor. You can place your hands, palms up or extend forward along the ground and so they are in front of you.

Before practicing any of the above positions, I recommend that you do, as a warm-up exercise, the Sun Salutation. As it consists on a sequence of several exercises, here you are a video for a better understanding how to do it:

In yoga, besides practicing different positions, yo can also practice breathing and relaxation exercises (those are my favorite ...). 

Finally remark that in yoga there is a growing variety of special programs:

• Yoga for children, where they are taught through simple yoga poses, playful exercises and concentration to relax, focus and know your body and mind;

• Yoga for pregnant women, where it helps control excess weight, stretch marks, sciatica, back pain and also provides flexibility, mobility and balance to deal with all the vitality change occurring. Moreover, relaxation exercises helps manage stress and fatigue during pregnancy. And finally, concentration and meditation help strengthen pregnant before any fear of the birthing process;

• Yoga for seniors, where gentle exercises are performed, relaxation and breathing.

So you have no excuse to start practicing yoga from now! Of course, do not forget to bring a non-slip mat and blanket for the relaxation time.