World Health Day is observed on 7th April and it is celebrated annually. Every year, it draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people around the world. The date of 7th April marks the anniversary of the establishment of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. In 2023, WHO is celebrating its 75th anniversary and the theme for World Health Day 2023 is ‘Health for All’.
The common saying ‘health is wealth’ has never been truer. Maintaining physical and mental fitness is very important to lead a quality life. Regular exercise is essential to staying healthy and yoga is considered a holistic form of exercise, which benefits health on many levels. Talking about the benefits of practicing yoga regularly, yoga and spiritual leader Himalaya Siddha Akshar, founder of Akshar Yoga Institutes, shares, “Yoga can be started at any age, which in its biggest One of the benefits. Yoga asanas nourish from within, in addition to producing observable changes on the outside of the physical body, such as toning, body conditioning, and weight loss or gain (as needed). It massages the heart, liver, kidneys, and pancreas. co-ordinates the functions of various organs including them. Regular practice will help a person to maintain his composure, sharpen his attention and develop his physical and mental stamina.”
World Health Day 2023: 7 daily yoga asanas
The Himalayan Siddha Akshara lists 7 different asanas that can be performed daily for good health. “Yoga has many different aspects, such as postures, asanas, chanting, meditation, pranayama and many more. Nevertheless, asanas are one of the fundamental components of your yoga practice. Using these 7 easy asanas in your daily workout program consider because they are both efficient and simple,” he shares.
1. Sukhasana – Happy pose
Formation of seat:
Sit straight in Dandasana by spreading both the legs.
Bend the left leg and tuck it inside the right thigh
Then bend the right leg and tuck it inside the left thigh.
– Place palms on knees
-Sit straight with spine straight
2. Dandasana
Formation of seat:
– Start in a sitting position and extend your legs forward.
– Join the feet together by joining the ankles
– sit straight
– Tighten the muscles of your pelvis, thighs and calves
– look ahead
To support your spine, place your palms on the floor near your hips
– relax your shoulders
Do this posture for 30 seconds
3. Ardha Padmasana
posture formation
– Begin with Sukhasana
– Place your right foot on top of your left thigh
– rest your knees on the floor
– Straighten your back and place your palms facing up on your knees
Do this asana for some time
– Repeat the same on the other side
4. Padmasana
posture formation
Sit in Ardha Padmasana by placing your right foot on your left thigh.
– Raise your left leg and place it on top of your right thigh
– Pull your legs closer to your hips
– rest your knees on the floor
– Keep the palms facing upwards on the knees
– Hold the posture for a while
– Repeat with the other leg
5. Padahastasana
posture formation
– Begin by standing in Samasthithi
– Exhale and slowly bend your upper body down from the hips and touch your nose to your knees
– Place the palms on either side of the feet
– As a beginner, you may need to bend your knees slightly to accomplish this.
With the exercise slowly straighten your knees and try to touch your chest with your thighs
6. Vajrasana
posture formation
First of all, stand straight with your hands beside your body
Lean forward and slowly lower your knees to the mat
– Keep your pelvis on your heels and point your toes out
– Here, your thighs should be squeezing your calf muscles
– Keep your ankles close to each other
– Do not place the toes of the paws on top of each other, rather the right and left should be next to each other
– Place your palms facing up on your knees
– Straighten your back and look ahead
Do this asana for some time
7. Chosen
posture formation
– Lie down on your back.
– Bring your upper body 45° above the floor.
Pivot your body weight onto your hips and lift your legs 45 degrees off the floor.
Your toes should be in line with your eyes
Try to avoid bending the knees.
Keep your arms parallel to the ground and point forward.
– Tighten your abdominal muscles.
– Straighten your back.
(This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for advice provided by qualified medical professionals. Always check with an expert before starting a new exercise regime.)