Chocolates and gifts are super awesome but do they have the capability to strengthen the bond between couples as much as the yoga mat does? Ever wondered practicing yoga together can work magic giving a boost to your relationship? There are a lot of benefits of practicing yoga with your partner but some of the proven are encouragement of trusts, improvement in the level of communication and uniting your mind, body, and soul. To start with, go for ‘Sukhasana’, where you sit in front of your partner. Begin inhaling and exhaling together and feel each other’s breathe. It works magic.
On the occasion of International Yoga Day 2019, we bring to you 5 yoga asanas to try with your partner to strengthen your bonds.
Urdhva Dhanurasana
Also known as Back Bird pose. The pose is simple where one partner lays on the ground and places feet under partner’s lower back. While the other resting on partner’s feet bends backward stretching their arms.
Ustrasana
Also known as Partner Camel, Ustrasana is helpful for strengthening back and shoulder and relieving backaches. The asana is simple where both the partners kneel down facing each other, holding each other’s forearms. Now lean back while you push your chest and head backward.
Kumbhakasana
Also known as the Front Plank yoga pose, or Flying yoga pose. Kumbhakasana is useful for improving core strength. One partner lies flat on the back while the other supports the other with extended legs.
Adho Mukha Svānāsana
Also known as Downward Double Dog pose, the asana is helpful for strengthening bones and muscles. Lay in a downward dog position. One partner lays in the same position while the other walks back using feet and hands-on partner’s lower back. Maintain the position for a few minutes.
Paripurna Navasana
Paripurna Navasana is helpful for relieving stress and strengthening your spine and is also known as Boat Pose. As the name defines, the asana is actual a boat pose. Sit facing your partner, lift your lower back and lean your upper back slightly upwards. Keep your legs at 45 degrees. Touch the feet of your partner with your feet and hold the wrist of your partner.
