Shavasana (corpse pose)

This relaxing pose calms both the body and mind. Lie on your back with your legs slightly apart, arms alongside your body, palms facing up. Close your eyes and breathe deeply and slowly.

Practicing this pose for 10-15 minutes daily promotes deep relaxation, reduces anxiety, improves circulation, and helps control blood pressure.

Sukhasana (easy pose)

This pose helps reduce stress, enhance mindfulness, and calm the nervous system, all of which contribute to maintaining normal blood pressure. Sit with your spine straight, hands on your knees, legs crossed. Close your eyes and breathe deeply and slowly.

Setu Bandhasana (bridge pose)

Begin by lying on the floor with knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Lift your hips while keeping your shoulders relaxed and chest open. Bridge pose stimulates the kidneys, improves circulation, calms the nervous system, and regulates blood pressure.

This pose also opens the chest and lungs, increasing oxygen supply, which further supports healthy blood pressure. Regular practice of bridge pose also supports cardiovascular health.

Paschimottanasana (seated forward bend)

Start by sitting with your legs extended in front of you. Bend forward from the hips, keeping your spine straight, until you reach your feet. This pose activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and improving blood pressure. It also enhances circulation and digestive health.

Ardha Matsyendrasana (half spinal twist)

Sit cross-legged and gently twist your torso to one side. Use your opposite hand to support the twist and keep your back straight. This seated spinal twist stimulates internal organs and increases blood flow to the heart, helping alleviate stress and balance blood pressure. It also improves spinal flexibility and mental clarity.

Le Nguyen (According to Times of India)

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