Benefits of yoga for the respiratory system
Breathing is life, but we often consider it obvious and pay little attention to lung health. In fact, lung capacity begins to decline from the age of 20 and decreases more significantly when suffering from chronic diseases such as congested lung disease (COPD).
According to yoga expert Siddhaa Akshar, founder of Akshar Yoga Research and Development, Himalaya, regular practice of poses (asana) and breathing techniques in yoga can improve lung capacity, support deep breathing and increase endurance. These exercises not only help the respiratory muscles function more effectively but also train mindfulness, putting the body and mind in a state of balance, he said.
A study published in the Journal of Ayurveda and integrative Medicine also confirmed that yoga has a positive impact on respiratory function, helping practitioners breathe easier and deeper.
6 simple yoga poses for healthy lungs
Here are 6 breathing poses and exercises suggested by expert Siddhaa Akshar:
Bhujangasana (ted snake pose): Helps open the chest, improve oxygen absorption. Lie on your stomach, rest your arms under your shoulders, inhale and lift your chest, holding for 15 - 30 seconds.
Matsyasana (fish pose): Stretch your throat and chest, expanding lung capacity. Lie on your back, against your elbows, lift your chest, curl your back so that your top touch the mat, hold for 30 seconds.
Setu Bandhasana ( bridge pose): Raise your hips, open your chest, increase blood circulation and support your respiratory muscles. Hold the pose for 30 seconds, focusing on deep breathing.
Dhanurasana (archery): Bend, grasp the ankles, lift the chest and thighs, forming the archery wing. This move widens the chest, stimulates the lungs, and improves flexibility.
Tadasana (c mountain pose): Stand up straight, raise your arms high, keep your head and shoulders relaxed. This is a simple but effective exercise to stabilize the spine and breathe mindfully.
clinic Khand Pranayama (double-parter breathing): Sit up straight, inhale in two breaths, exhale out two breaths. This breathing technique helps control breathing, increase lung capacity and improve concentration.
Siddhaa Akshar emphasizes: The important thing is not how long or how difficult it is to practice, but the regularity. Just 15 - 20 minutes a day, you can feel a clear change in breathing and respiratory health".
Practice regularly to protect your lungs in the long term
The above yoga poses are suitable for both beginners and those who have been practicing for a long time. Combining with breathing techniques such as Pranayama not only increases lung capacity but also reduces stress, improves sleep quality and overall health.
According to the American Lung Association, people who practice deep breathing and yoga regularly have a lower risk of respiratory diseases. This is also a method to support rehabilitation for people who have suffered from lung diseases.
Yoga does not require many tools, just a mat and patience. By practicing the above six poses, you can proactively improve lung health, maintain flexible breathing and a clear spirit.
