How to Do Half Wind Relieving Poses in Yoga

Yoga is a powerful tool to improve digestion and metabolism and alleviate menstrual cramps. Poses like the half wind relieving pose are simple and efficient ways to alleviate gas trapped in the intestines. Practice thispose towards the end of your session--after forward seated bends and before inversions.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Yoga mat
• Comfortable clothing

1. Lie flat on your back with your arms by your sides.

2. Inhale and lift your left leg and bend your knee. Your right leg will remain extended on the mat.

3. Pull your left leg into your chest while keeping your elbows close to your sides.

4. Breathe here for 5 to 7 breaths. Unlike the full extension of this pose, you will keep your head, neck and shoulders on the mat.

5. Exhale and lower your left leg and arms to the mat.

6. Repeat on the opposite side.

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