10 Yoga Stress-Busting Poses

10  Yoga Stress-Busting Poses

Stress is a silent thief it robs you of peace, energy, and focus. But the good news? You don’t need an elaborate retreat to find relief. Yoga, an ancient practice rooted in mindfulness and movement, offers a powerful antidote to stress. Whether you're facing a demanding workload, emotional strain, or simply feeling overwhelmed, these 10 yoga poses will help you unwind and regain your inner calm.

1. Child’s Pose (Balasana)

A go-to posture for relaxation, Child’s Pose gently stretches the back and shoulders while calming the nervous system. It encourages deep breathing, which helps lower cortisol levels.

How to Do It:

• Kneel on the floor with your big toes touching.

• Sit back on your heels and extend your arms forward.

• Rest your forehead on the mat and take deep breaths.

• Hold for 1-3 minutes, focusing on slow, steady breathing.

2. Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)

This gentle spinal movement relieves tension in the back and neck, promoting relaxation and flexibility.

How to Do It:

• Start on all fours, aligning wrists under shoulders and knees under hips.

• Inhale, arch your back, lift your head and tailbone (Cow Pose).

• Exhale, round your spine, tuck your chin to your chest (Cat Pose).

• Repeat for 1-2 minutes, syncing breath with movement.

3. Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana)

This pose helps relieve stress by increasing blood flow to the brain and soothing the nervous system.

How to Do It: