A balanced diet, good sleep, and yoga are essential for a strong immune system. Yoga includes postures, breathing exercises, and meditation to promote well-being. Here's how yoga can enhance your immunity and some key poses to get you started:
Yoga's immunity boost
Yoga works on multiple levels to support your immune system.
Reduces stress: It impair the immune system, but yoga's soothing postures and deep breathing techniques can help regulate stress hormones, fostering greater internal resilience.
Improves circulation: By gently twisting and compressing the internal organs, yoga postures can promote lymphatic drainage, a system that carries away waste products and immune cells.
Increases lung capacity: In yoga, deep, mindful breathing exercises (pranayama) enhance lung capacity and promote better oxygen circulation throughout the body, crucial for optimal immune function.
Yoga poses for immunity
Here are a few beginner-friendly yoga poses to integrate into your routine:
Tadasana (Mountain pose): This simple standing posture promotes grounding and improves posture. Stand tall with feet hip-width apart, core engaged, and arms by your sides. Breathe deeply for several breaths.
Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog): This energising posture enhances circulation and fortifies the upper body. Begin on hands and knees, then lift your hips upward while straightening your legs to your comfort level. Maintain grounded heels and direct your gaze between your legs.
Balasana (Child's pose): This calming posture fosters relaxation and alleviates stress. Sit on your heels and fold forward, letting your forehead rest on the mat. Extend your arms in front or beside you. Take several deep breaths while in this position.
