Fight against intestinal aging! 3 yoga moves that are really powerful

The causes of gastrointestinal discomfort may be different for everyone. Some people are caused by stress factors, some by irregular eating habits, and some by irregular work and rest. Sitting for a long time can also cause gastrointestinal problems. Moderate exercise can make the stomach and intestines function normally. For example, brisk walking can increase intestinal activity and prevent constipation. On the contrary, if you sit for a long time, the intestines will become lazy and affect the digestion and absorption function. Now, let Teacher Sisii teach you how to maintain gastrointestinal health through yoga.

Sisii yoga teacher (pictured) pointed out that sitting for a long time can cause gastrointestinal discomfort, and moderate yoga exercise can keep the gastrointestinal tract healthy. (Demonstration/Teacher Sisii; Photography/Jiang Minjun)

Relaxing twists to aid digestion

In fact, yoga has movements in different directions, which produce different functions on the body. For example, backbends help open the body's abdominal cavity and relax the stomach and intestines. Twisting movements can promote gas discharge and relax the compressed abdominal digestive organs, which helps stimulate gastrointestinal function.

It is recommended to do 3-posture yoga exercises for 10 to 15 minutes between meals or before going to bed to restore the health of the gastrointestinal tract, avoid intestinal aging, and make the whole person feel relaxed and light. It is helpful for people with long-term digestive system problems, and those who want to lose weight and expect their skin to improve.

Type 1: Rotate left and right

Type 1: Rotate left and right. Helps stimulate gastrointestinal function. (Demonstration/Teacher Sisii; Photography/Jiang Minjun)

action:

1. Cross your legs on the floor, inhale, and place your right hand on your left knee. As you exhale, twist your body to the left and back, using your right arm to help deepen the twist.

2. Place your left arm behind you on the floor. Maintain the movement for 5 to 10 breaths, then turn around and repeat.

benefit:

1. This rotational movement allows the abdominal space to contract and relax during breathing, creating a pressing effect, allowing the compressed abdominal digestive organs to relax again, helping to stimulate gastrointestinal function.

2 This posture can gently stimulate the abdominal organs, help gastrointestinal motility, improve digestive function, discharge waste gas in the intestines, and relieve constipation. This also increases spinal flexibility and stretches the knees and shoulders as well.

2. Cobra Pose

The second pose: Cobra pose. Stimulates abdominal organs to aid digestion. (Demonstration/Teacher Sisii; Photography/Jiang Minjun)

action:

1. Lie down with your legs straight, feet open a little wider than your hips, palms on both sides of your chest, elbows bent and waist inward, spine straight,

2. Support your body with your palms, slowly lift your chest up, keep your abdomen on the ground, and slightly lift your chin up without shrugging your shoulders.

Tips: If you have a lower back injury or have a backward bend, you can just place your elbows on the ground.

Benefits: Stimulates abdominal organs to aid digestion, promotes body flexibility and elasticity, and strengthens upper back muscle strength and lower back flexibility by extending the spine.

Type 3: Lying Leg Raise

Type 3: Lying leg raise. Increase gastrointestinal motility and limb flexibility. (Demonstration/Teacher Sisii; Photography/Jiang Minjun)

action:

1. Lie on the ground, turn your back, and place both hands beside your hips.

2. Lift your right foot and bring your right knee toward your chest. Take a deep breath.

3. Exhale and hold your right knee tightly to stand up. At this time, the Achilles tendon and hamstrings of the left foot need to be fully stretched.

Benefits: Promote limb flexibility, increase blood circulation, stimulate gastrointestinal motility and aid digestion.

[Intimate Reminder from Yoga Teacher]:

Teacher Sisii reminds that patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease should maintain a regular life, avoid staying up late, avoid being too tired, keep their mind relaxed and exercise moderately. Be careful not to exercise right after eating, and avoid wearing tight clothes.