A bulging tummy can also appear in thin people. The so-called brown fat accumulates in this area quickly and for various reasons. Experts say that it has not only a negative aesthetic effect, but can also become a catalyst for the development of certain diseases. For example, type 2 diabetes or heart problems.
With the help of yoga, you can not only learn the right way to tighten your stomach, but also heal your entire body. Here are five effective exercises.
Lie on your stomach. The legs are extended, palms are under the shoulders. The chin touches the floor. On a slow inhalation on your hands, lift the body, bending as much as possible in the back. Hold this pose for 15-30 seconds. As you exhale, return to the starting position. The exercise should be repeated five times for best effect.
Indications: the cobra pose helps to tighten the abdomen, strengthen the muscles of the back and abdomen, and develop flexibility.
Contraindications: This exercise is NOT recommended for people with back injuries, hernias, stomach ulcers and pregnant women.
Lie on your stomach. Bend your knees. Place your hands around your ankles from the outside. Take a deep breath, and as you exhale, bend as much as possible in your back and lift your chest and knees off the floor. At the same time, tilt your head back as far as possible. Hold in this position for 15-30 seconds, while breathing calmly. As you exhale, return to the starting position. Repeat the exercise five times.
Indication: The onion pose perfectly strengthens the central abdomen and improves digestion.
Lie on your back. Legs extended, arms along the body, palms up. As you inhale, lift your straight legs and body at the same time. Try to touch your toes with your hands. You need to stay in this position for a few seconds. On the next exhalation, slowly return to the starting position. If possible, repeat this exercise several times with a break of 15 seconds.
Indication: This is a great position for those who want to tighten their belly and remove fat from the waist. It also strengthens the leg muscles and normalizes appetite.
Kneel down with your hands in front of you. Take turns taking your legs back, resting your toes on the floor. The position of the body resembles the position before the push-up. Neck, back and legs form a straight line. Breathe calmly. Hold this position for a few seconds. With further practice, increase the time. As you exhale, take a starting position. Repeat the exercise several times with a break of up to 15 seconds.
Indication: This pose is one of the most powerful in yoga. It has a positive effect on the muscles of the shoulders, legs and abdomen, quickly removes excess fat. If doing it with outstretched arms is difficult for you, you can practice the exercise with support on the forearms for the first time.
Contraindications: The pose is NOT recommended for people with high blood pressure, back and shoulder injuries.
Lie on your back. The legs and arms are extended. As you exhale, slowly bend your knees and pull them towards your chest. Grasp your legs with your hands and hold for a minute in this position. Breathe calmly. On the next exhale, return to the previous position. Repeat the exercise a few more times.
Indication: This pose has many benefits. It relieves back pain, strengthens the muscles of the abdomen and thighs, speeds up metabolism, improves bowel function.
Before classes, you need to consult a specialist.