In the era of erroneous living, let’s remember the beauty and charm of physical activity. Physical exercises are closely linked to health, wellness, and a magnified quality of living. Among the diverse forms of training and workouts, the ancient science of yoga is the undisputed king of disease prevention and wholesome health.
Owing to the numerous factors: exposure to a polluting environment, severe dehydration, reactions of certain medications, toxic overload in the body, etc., the kidney disorders are on the rise. And, for the uncountable reasons and diverse kidney disorders there exists the comprehensive technique dating to our forefathers’ generation and working its magic in the present generation: the science of yoga.
Practice these top yoga poses for kidney disorders and a robust health:
1. Ustrasana (Camel Pose): Start on your knees with legs hip-width apart. Internally rotate the thighs and keep them perpendicular to the floor. Locate the hands on the back of the pelvis with fingers pointing towards the ground. Lift the chest the up and lean back. Keep the head up and chin near the sternum. Now, drop the head back and do not strain the neck. Hold this pose for 30 seconds.
Reasons: The camel pose massages the kidneys. It enhances the blood flow to them thereby detoxifying them from impurities.
2. Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose): Lie in a prone position. Keep the legs stretched and feet on top of a yoga mat. Rest the palms near the sides of the body with elbows hugged into the torso. Strongly press the palms into the ground and lift the head and chest up. Your body should rest on the navel on the floor. Look slightly upward. Stay in this pose for 20 seconds.
Reasons: Cobra pose is an effective abdominal pose that stretches the kidneys and clears the blockages in them. A continuous practice of the pose provides relief from kidney stones.
3. Pawanmuktasana (Wind Relieving Pose): Lie supine on a non-slippery yoga mat in straight position. Lift the feet above the floor and hug the knees close to the chest keeping them enclosed in the hands. Slowly extend the right leg along the yoga mat with left knee in position. As you bring the right knee closer to your chest, stretch the left leg back to the ground. Hold both the knees for the same duration. Repeat the procedure 10-15 times.
Reasons: This yoga pose releases pressure and clears blockages in the kidneys. It also acts as a massaging agent helping with the problem of kidney stones.
4. Child Pose (Balasana): Begin on your fours. Sit back with your hips in close contact with the heels. Ensure the back is straight. Fold forward draping the torso over the thighs and resting the forehead on the ground. Extend the hands backward bringing the palms close to the hips facing up. Rest in this pose for 30 seconds to a minute.
Reasons: A relaxing pose that melts away the body stress and refreshes the internal organs for optimal functioning and deliverance.
5. Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend Pose): Sit down with the legs and hands on the floor in a straight stance. Inhale, raise the arms up. Exhale and bend forward bringing the chest and head over the legs. The spine shall remain erect. Try to touch the toes and fingers of the feet with the hands. Feel the stretch while being in this pose for 30 seconds or more.
Reasons: This pose is a kidney stimulating yoga asana that ensures complete health and vitality.
6. Setu-Bandhasana (Bridge Pose): Lie on your back on the ground. Bend the knees to rest the feet close to the hips. Pressing down the hands and feet, push the body away from a yoga mat while keeping the head, shoulders, and feet on the floor. Hold this pose for 60 seconds.
Reasons: The bridge pose activates the abdominal organs, including the kidneys. The pose is also beneficial for treating high blood pressure– the cause for certain kidney diseases.
Hydrate as much as possible and avoid any hefty substance including alcohol to aid the kidney healing process.
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