Regular practice of these movements will help increase circulation, improve blood flow to the legs and improve overall health. Pay attention to your body when practicing, adjust the postures as needed and consult a health professional if you have any underlying medical (health) concerns or problems.
Here are some yoga poses that help improve blood circulation to the legs:
1. Legs up the wall pose improves blood circulation in the legs
This inverted pose uses gravity to place the feet and legs above the heart, improving blood flow from the legs back to the heart.
How to do:
- Lie on your back on the floor, bring your buttocks toward the wall, then gently rest your legs up against the wall.
- Next adjust your hips as close to the wall as possible.
- Arms can be spread out to the sides or raised above the head as is comfortable.
- Relax in this pose for 5-10 minutes, focusing on deep breathing and relaxation.
Legs up the wall pose improves blood circulation
2. Downward Facing Dog Pose
Downward facing dog is also one of the poses that helps increase blood circulation. Holding this pose for 1 minute or longer if you feel comfortable will help improve blood circulation to the head and legs.
In addition, in the downward dog position, the head is below the pelvis, blood will rush to the face, increasing blood flow to the facial area, helping to eliminate toxins and treat acne.
How to do:
- Get into a kneeling position with your hands and feet on the floor (wrist under shoulder, knee under hip)
- Curl your toes, lift your hips high and straighten your arms and legs to form an upside-down V shape.
- Hold the pose for a few minutes (whatever feels most comfortable for each person).
Downward facing dog.
3. Chair Pose
Chair pose is beneficial for stretching the shoulders and chest, helps reduce flat feet, strengthens the spine, thighs, ankles, calves... helps strengthen leg muscles for better blood circulation.
This yoga pose can be practiced at home by keeping your knees and hips shoulder-width apart, bending your knees, hips facing in and chest facing out, and keeping your arms above your head in line with your ears. Hold the pose for a few breaths.
This pose encourages blood flow to the legs and improves circulation.
4. Standing forward bend
This yoga pose can be done by standing straight and raising your arms up (inhale), then exhale, slowly bend forward, so that your palms touch the floor and then bring them towards your heels. Relax your head and neck. Hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then slowly lift up.
This yoga exercise ensures flexibility of the hips, strengthens the spine and knees, helps stretch the legs, calves and hamstrings, and maintains good blood circulation.
Forward bend.
5. Sit forward bend
The seated forward bend stretches the hamstrings and calves, helping to increase blood flow to the legs.
Sit with one leg extended and the other bent. Inhale and raise your arms overhead, lengthening your spine. Exhale and slowly bend forward, reaching your hands toward your feet or shins. Hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then switch sides.
Remember, focus on deep breathing and go at a pace that is appropriate for the movement.
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