Are you troubled by afternoon laziness and fatigue? These 4 yoga asanas of just 5 minutes will return your lost energy.

New Delhi. We often think that fatigue just means rest or sleep, but in reality sometimes the body needs the ‘right kind of activity’. Sitting at a desk for long periods of time, slow breathing and mental stress slow down our blood circulation, making us feel tired even after complete sleep. According to experts, some selected asanas of yoga activate the nervous system and increase the flow of oxygen in the body, due to which you immediately start feeling alert and refreshed without getting tired.

4 magical yoga asanas to relieve fatigue

If you are feeling lethargic or mentally tired in the afternoon, these 4 asanas will act like an ‘energy drink’ for you:

Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana): This asana immediately relieves mental fatigue by increasing blood circulation towards the brain. Just bend the knees slightly and leave the head and arms loosely downwards. It calms the mind by eliminating tension from the neck and back.

Cat-Cow Pose: This is the best asana to activate the spine. Moving the body in a rhythmic manner warms the muscles and removes lethargy. It is a panacea for afternoon fatigue.

Low Lunge: Sitting for hours causes the muscles of our hips to tighten, which stops the flow of energy in the body. Low lunge reduces heaviness by opening these muscles and brings new energy to the body.

Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog): This is a posture that awakens the entire body simultaneously. It strengthens the arms and back as well as gently energizes the nervous system, making you feel instantly energetic.

Right way and time to practice

You do not need to spend hours doing these asanas.

Time Limit: to each seat 30 to 60 seconds Stop till. full routine only 3 to 6 minutes can be completed in.

Breathing Techniques: Take a deep breath through the nose. More oxygen intake signals alertness to the brain and naturally reduces fatigue in the body.

When to do: These asanas are perfect during office breaks, after a long journey, or when you want to increase your concentration without caffeine (tea-coffee).

Balancing Mind and Body: Additional Tips

Yoga balances not only the body but also the mind. In the evening, you can adopt a light stretching routine of 10-14 minutes for deep sleep and relaxation. This removes the stress of the day from the body and gives a peaceful sleep at night.