Yoga twist to eliminate toxins

In fall it is especially suitable get rid of toxins accumulated in the body. Gone are the vacation months in which there has been a tendency to eat more (and worse) for social gatherings and sedentary lifestyle derived from high temperatures.

It can be seen on the horizon the most demanding time of the yearwhich can be enjoyed better if a “tuning up” of the body is carried out by the liver and gallbladder. These two purifying bodies ensure that the body is kept clean and prepared before any possible eventuality.

To stimulate its action, you can practice some yoga poses that gently affect the abdominal area and thus massage the internal organs. Is about the so-called torsionsin which the trunk rotates to one side or the other.

You can learn more about the basic yoga postures with the online yoga initiation course from the Cuerpominda School.

Why do you have to activate the abdominal area?

By activating and exercising the kidneys and abdominal organs, improve digestion and promote the purification of toxins. In addition, the spine and hips gain flexibility.

One of the easiest twists and rewarding even for beginners is the half spinal twist, which massages and tones the liver, spleen and intestines, and is generally excellent for metabolism. It also helps reduce the size of the abdomenrelieves back pain and lumbago, and strengthens neck muscles.

The key to getting the most benefit, as with all other yoga poses, is do it gently, without forcing.

Just keep in mind that its effects are less in thin people.

Torques should not be performed after recent operations or if you have hernias, gastric or abdominal problems. They are also not recommended in pregnancy.

Half spinal twist, step by step

Sitting with your legs straight, bend your right knee and brings the foot to the outer side of the left calf. Stand tall and stretch your back as you inhale. As you exhale turn the column to the right rotating it from the base. pass the left arm above right thigh to act as a lever, while keeping your right hand resting on the ground behind your back.look over the right shoulder. Breathe deeply for 30 seconds. Return to the starting position and repeat with the other side