Five Simple Yoga Poses to Boost Your Energy Throughout the Day

In general, morning or early evening serves as optimal times for exercise, whether it’s yoga or any other activity. Early morning yoga sessions can invigorate you, offering a comprehensive full-body workout. Incorporating pranayama or meditation into your routine further enhances its benefits. Regardless of the time of day or season, concluding with Savasana (Corpse Pose) allows your body and mind to unwind, promoting better relaxation and re-energizing.

According to Himalayan Siddha Akshar, Founder of Akshar Yoga Research and Development Centre, practicing yoga first thing in the morning increases the likelihood of it becoming a consistent habit. This establishes a foundation for a regular, healthy yoga practice. In this article, the expert shares insights into five yoga poses specifically tailored to boost energy levels.

Naukasana (Boat Pose)

• Lie on your back.
• Elevate your upper and lower body while balancing in a seated position.
• Align your eyes with your toes.
• Maintain straight back and knees.
• Extend your arms forward, parallel to the ground.
• Engage your abdominal muscles.
• Lift your back.
• Breathe naturally, inhaling and exhaling evenly.

Santolanasana (Plank Pose)

• Lie on your back with your arms by your sides.
• Place your palms under your shoulders.
• Engage your core as you lift your upper body, pelvis, and knees off the ground.
• Ensure your knees are straight and your toes are planted.
• Maintain alignment of your spine, pelvis, and knees.
• Keep your arms straight with wrists directly below your shoulders.
• Hold this final position.

Eka Padasana

• Begin with Samastithi, standing with your back straight and hands by your sides.
• As you lift your arms and bring your palms together in the Pranam gesture, ensure your back remains straight.
• While exhaling, tilt your upper body forward until it is parallel to the ground.
• Keep your arms close to your ears throughout the movement.
• Gradually elevate your right leg behind you, maintaining its straight position.
• Ensure your arms, upper body, right leg, and pelvis form a straight line.
• To maintain balance, focus your gaze on a specific spot on the floor.

Samakonasana

• Commence by assuming the Samasthiti stance.
• Extend and straighten your arms upward.
• Interlock your hands and extend your fingers.
• Slowly lean your upper body forward from the pelvis.
• Continue bending until your upper body aligns parallel to the floor.
• Maintain a slight bend in your knees, ensuring your legs remain straight.
• Ensure your spine maintains its straight alignment without rounding your back.
• Keep your gaze fixed forward.
• Maintain this posture for 30 seconds.

Vasisthasana

• Begin with Santholanasan (Plank pose).
• Raise your right hand off the floor while keeping your left palm firmly planted.
• Rotate your body so your right side faces outward, lifting your right leg off the ground and crossing it over your left leg.
• Extend your right arm upward with fingers pointing skyward.
• Maintain contact between your heels, knees, and feet.
• Ensure your shoulders and arms form a straight line.
• Direct your gaze upward toward your right hand.
• Hold the pose for a moment.
• Repeat the same sequence on the left side.

Engaging in yoga sessions in the early morning offers a multitude of advantages. It enhances metabolism and kick-starts your digestive system, facilitating smoother nutrient absorption. Optimal for weight loss, morning workouts capitalize on the swift metabolism of carbohydrates and fats. Prioritize your yoga practice before breakfast, integrating basic breathing exercises into your routine before commencing with asanas.