Feeling Stiff? Unlock Flexibility With Deepika Padukone's Yoga Trainer's Powerful Movements

As we age, our bodies tend to slow down, and our movements become more limited. However, stiffness in the body can also be attributed to our lifestyle, such as prolonged periods of inactivity. Anshuka Parwani, a renowned yoga trainer who has worked with celebrities like Ananya Pandey, Deepika Padukone , and Alia Bhatt , recently shared seven powerful, beginner-friendly movements on her Instagram page to help improve flexibility and relieve stiffness.

In her caption, Anshuka wrote, 'Feeling stiff? Don’t let tension hold you back! Try these powerful movements to improve flexibility, relieve stiffness, and bring ease back to your movements. Perfect for anyone looking for a quick fix to stretch and release tight muscles. These poses are beginner-friendly and can be done in just 5 minutes, anytime, anywhere.'

Here are the seven poses recommended by Deepika Padukone 's yoga trainer, which can be done in just 5 minutes, anywhere and anytime:

Pose 1: Child Pose to Cobra Pose: As the name suggests, transition from Child Pose to Cobra Pose. Repeat 15 times for 5 sets to relieve overall body stiffness.

Pose 2: Lateral Stretch Pulses: Repeat lateral stretch pulses 15 times for 5 sets on each side. This movement opens up the hips, enhances spinal flexibility, and stretches the obliques, lats, and shoulders.

Pose 3: Side Twists: Complete side twists with 5 sets, 15 reps on each side. This exercise improves balance and posture while targeting the abdominal muscles and obliques.

Pose 4: Camel Pose: Perform camel pose by kneeling and extending your hands to each side. Repeat 15 times for 5 sets. This pose strengthens the core.

Pose 5: Low Lunge: This exercise relieves spinal stiffness and improves lower body flexibility. Performing 15 times for 5 sets on each side can also reduce stress and anxiety.

Pose 6: Puppy Pose: This movement targets neck, shoulder, and lower back pain. Anshuka recommends holding this pose for 30 seconds to 2 minutes to achieve optimal results.

Pose 7: Malasana Twist: To do Malasana, get into a deep squat position. This exercise stretches the lower body, which often becomes stiff from prolonged sitting. Perform 15 times for 5 sets on each side to effectively relieve stiffness.