Yoga for anxiety: 5 yoga poses to practice to get rid of stress

Busy schedules are leading to stress and anxiety in people's lives. Nobody has a moment to take a breath and relax. According to reports, more and more people are beginning to suffer from panic attacks and fear of limited self-control. Here is a list of yoga for anxiety that one can perform to relieve themselves of the day-to-day stress:

Viparita-Karani (Leg up the wall pose)

To perform this yoga asana, lie down comfortably on the floor with hips close to the wall. Rest your shoulders on the floor and spread your arms sideways. The palms should be facing in an upward direction. Slowly exhale and extend the legs up the wall. Your legs should be firm and perpendicular to the ground. Look at your chest with a softened gaze. 

Balasana (child pose)

This is a good yoga pose for anxiety as the fetal-like position brings physical, mental and emotional solace to the person. To perform this yoga, kneel down on a thick mat and your knees two-three inches apart. Exhale and bend forward, allowing the torso to rest on top of your thighs. The forehead should touch the floor. Keep your arms extended in the backward direction. Keep this posture until you feel rejuvenated.

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Paschimottanasana (seated forward bend pose)

To perform this yoga asana, you will need to sit upright and extend your legs in front. You need to adjust your hips in a position so that they are in direct contact with the yoga mat. Stretch your arms overhead and lean forward slowly. Bring your hands down to touch your feet. Your forehead, nose and chin should be placed on the leg. Stretch your body as far as you can and remain in this pose for 15-20 seconds.

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Vrikshana (Tree pose)

This yoga pose increases concentration and takes the mind away from the anxiety. To perform this yoga pose, stand with your feet apart. Try to balance your weight on your right leg. Bend your left knee and place your feet on the inner side of your right thigh. Fold the hands in a prayer pose in front of the heart and look in front.

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Baddha Konasana (Butterfly pose)

This asana removes stress and clams the mind. It also revitalizes the health. To perform this yoga exhale and bend your knees, touching your soles of the feet together. Rest the heels against the pelvic region and make sure that the knees are open wide. Wrap your hands around the feet and take deep breaths. 

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