The expression might be “shit happens,” but, hey, farts do too especially duringyoga practices.
Flowing through a few yoga poses for gas, though, can help alleviate that discomfort, says Washington.
Turning to yoga poses to relieve gas isn’t that novel of a concept, either.
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(BTW, thesefoods may be to blame for your flatulence.)
Ultimately, choose a posture that feels best for you at the moment.
“Truly listen [to your body] and meet yourself where you’re at.”
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And that means you should alsoutilize propswhen you’re gonna wanna, says Washington.
“…A lot of these poses are really meant to help lengthen and help with energy flowanddigestion.”
Regardless of your experience level, see to it to listen to your body.
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Take it easy on yourself."
Half Wind-Relieving Pose
A.Lie on back with both legs fully extended and arms resting at sides.
Hold for 5 breaths.
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Switch sides; repeat.
Hold for 5 breaths.
B.Lift legs up toward ceiling above hips, then draw knees close to chest.
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Knees should be bent at roughly 90-degree angles and feet should be flat.
D.On an exhale, gently pull knees toward the floor.
Allow forehead or left cheek to soften onto hands.
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B.Shift right leg out to the side and bend knee to a 90-degree angle.
Pinwheel Pose (aka Deer Pose)
A.Sit on the floor cross-legged with hands resting on knees.
Both knees should be bent at about 90-degree angles.
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B.Gazing forward, slowly lower torso toward right leg and place fingers on the floor.
Stay in this position, lower forearms onto the floor, or place head on a yoga block.
