भुजपीडासन / Shoulder-Pressing Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from Bhuja (भुज) meaning arm/shoulder, Pida [�K]
चक्रासनI / Wheel Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from Chakra (चक्रा) means wheel and asana [�K]
चतुरङ्ग दण्डासन / Low Plank Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from Chatur (चतुर) meaning four, Anga (अङ्ग) [�K]
धनुरासन / Bow Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from Dhanur (धनुर) means bow and Asana [�K]
दुर्वासासना / Sage Durvasa's Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from the word Durva (दुर्वा) which [�K]
एक पाद कौण्डिन्यासन / Sage Kaundinya's Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from Eka (एक) meaning one, Pada (पाद) [�K]
एक पद राजकपोटासन / King Pigeon Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from Eka (एक) meaning one, Pada (पाद) [�K]
गर्भ पिण्डासना / Womb Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from the word Garbha (गर्भ) meaning an [�K]
गोरक्षासन / Cowherd Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from the word Goraksha (गोरक्षा) [�K]
हनुमानासन / Monkey Pose
The Sanskrit name is derived from the Hindu God -Hanuman (हनुमान) [�K]
The pelvic floor muscles are a hammock of muscles that support your bladder, bowels, and reproductive organs. Strong pelvic floor muscles contribute to overall urinary and bowel control, sexual health, and core stability. Yoga offers a range of poses and practices that can benefit your pelvic health.
Your pelvic floor is like a hidden core, and just like any other muscle group, it needs to be exercised to stay strong and healthy. Weak pelvic floor muscles can lead to issues like incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and pain.
Yoga offers several benefits for pelvic health:
Several factors can affect your pelvic floor health, including:
Common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction include:
Here are some specific yoga poses and pranayama exercises beneficial for pelvic health:
A healthy vegetarian diet rich in fiber and fluids can help maintain bowel regularity and reduce straining, which can benefit your pelvic floor. Here are some dietary recommendations:
Listen to your body! If you experience any pain or discomfort during yoga practice, stop the pose and consult a doctor or certified yoga therapist before continuing.
Certain medical conditions might require modifications or avoidance of specific yoga poses. Always consult your doctor before starting a new yoga practice, especially if you have: