The problem of blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease. People pay attention to high blood pressure but in comparison, very little attention is paid to low blood pressure. Low blood pressure is called hypotension. Practicing yoga asanas along with nutritious food is also effective for a healthy life. Low blood pressure can be controlled by including yoga asanas in the routine. Low blood pressure is a condition in which the blood flow to the body parts is insufficient, resulting in symptoms like dizziness, fainting, excessive thirst, shallow breathing, fatigue, chest pain, and nausea. If you are a BP patient, then doing pranayama daily is beneficial. Different types of yoga asanas are practiced for the problem of high BP and low BP. Let us know about the yogasanas to be done in the problem of BP.
Yogasanas to be done in low blood pressure
Sukhasana
For the practice of this asana, sit in a straight position with both legs spread out in the Dandasana posture. Now bend the right leg and press it inside the right thigh. Then bend the right leg press it inside the left thigh and place the palms on the knees. During this, sit in a straight posture keeping the spine straight.
Vajrasana
For the practice of this asana, keep the arms at the side, slowly bring the knees down, and sit on the mat on the knees. Keeping the toes outward, place the pelvis on the heels. Keep the palms above the knees in Prathi Mudra. Now straighten the back and look forward. Stay in this position for some time, and later come back to normal position.
Malasana
In this asana, stand straight by keeping the arms at the side of the body. Then bend the knees lower the pelvis and place it above the heels. The feet should be flat on the floor, then place the palms on the floor near the feet or you can join them in front of the chest. In this position, the spine should be straight.
Vrikshasana
Stand straight lift the right foot from the floor and balance the body weight on the left foot. Place the right foot on the inner thigh. Keep it as close to the waist as possible. Then you can support the feet with the palms to bring them to their place. After establishing balance, join the palms in Pranam Mudra on the heart chakra. Now take the Pranam towards the sky. During this, keep the elbows straight and make sure that the head is in between the arms. Focus on breathing. After some time repeat with the other leg as well.
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