Sitting yoga

yoga: Chair Pose

Benefits

The slimming principle of Chair Pose involves:

• Stretching the tendons in the lower legs to their full extent, eliminating excess fat in the legs, and increasing flexibility in the knee and ankle joints.

• Promoting blood circulation in the lower body, improving cases of icy feet, reducing leg swelling, and alleviating soreness.

• Enhancing the strength and toning of the muscles in the lower body, particularly the thighs and calves.

Step-by-Step Guide

1 Place a chair against the wall and sit on it. Lift both feet off the ground, bend both knees, and place the heels on the seat of the chair. Embrace your shins with both hands.

2 Rest your forehead on your knees, breathe evenly, and relax your shoulders.

3 Using your hips as a pivot, grip the back of both legs with your hands and pull upwards, bringing the thighs closer to the upper body.

4 With hands firmly holding the toes, continue to stretch the legs upwards until they are fully extended, forming a "V" shape with the body. Hold the pose for 15 seconds.

Repeat the Pose Twice

5 Inhale, hug the ankles with both hands, bringing the chest, waist, and abdomen close to the thighs, and touch the forehead to the legs. Hold the pose for 10 seconds, return to a seated position, and relax the whole body.

Tips for Practicing

Listen to your body and practice within your limits. Avoid overexertion and perform the movements slowly and with control. Rather than striving for a "perfect" form, focus on stretching to a comfortable and sustainable limit. Remember, the essence of yoga lies in the journey towards self-improvement and well-being.