Author: Chaitanya Varma
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The 3 best yoga asanas to torch fat
Yoga asanas and fat burn? Yes, you heard right. Yoga isn’t only about moves that increase flexibility; it can also increase the heart rate, build muscle, fuel calorie burn and zap away that fat. Try these yoga asanas for weight loss and shed those winter kilos before they add up. These yoga poses are ideal…
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3 Yoga moves that can help you lose weight on the face
Beauty, they say, is self-confidence applied directly to the face. Stay beautiful by trying facial yoga to rejuvenate your face, relax muscles and nerve connections and brighten it. The benefits of yoga go far beyond flexibility. Apart from the life-changing benefits, the practice can help banish fine lines, sagging and wrinkles. Experts believe that yogic…
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How To Improve Posture at Work
“Sit up straight.” “Stand tall”. “Don’t slouch.” Mom’s commandments to improve your posture may have gotten the eye roll when we were children, but research suggests it makes sound sense. Why does posture matter? Posture refers to the body’s alignment and positioning with respect to gravity. Good posture helps distribute the force of gravity through the…
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World Yoga Day special: How yoga changed my life
On this World Yoga Day, as I look back I remember how I started my yoga journey around seven years ago. At the time, I was working for a corporate company and had a desk job. I longed to lead a healthier and fitter life, not just at a physical level but mentally, spiritually. That…
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Yoga in office: four moves to heal neck and shoulder pain
Long hours at your desk may be rewarded with a great appraisal, but on the flip side, a sedentary lifestyle takes its toll on your health. Complaints of neck, shoulder and back pain are common. But these posture-related problems can easily be tackled, without leaving your desk with these simple ‘yoga in office’ stretches. For…