As we all know health issues rise with age, our bodies are not what they were initially. Usually, in old age many face health issues as the body immune system gets weaken with time. Yoga has always been the best remedy to tackle the health issues. Yoga is very important for all and it is especially beneficial for the elderly as it can make their muscles stronger and keep their joints flexible. Here is the list of best yoga asanas which will definitely help your elders:-

Tadasana (Mountain Pose)

Tadasana is very simple to do as all you need to stand properly. It is usually performed while the beginning and end of the Surya namaskara sequence. Benefits of Tadasana are:-

It helps in improving the body posture.

It improves digestion and increases blood circulation.

Weak thighs and ankles of elder people get stronger.

Baddha Konasana (Butterfly Pose)

To perform Baddha Konasana, you need to sit with the back straight and bend the knees and bring your feet together in front of each other while keeping your hands remain on your feet. Enjoy deep breaths in this pose and even you can gently bounce your legs up and down. Benefits of Baddha Konasana:-

It stimulates the bladder and kidneys.

It relieves the stress.

Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog Pose)

Adho Mukha Svanasana is very simple to do. In Adho Mukha Svanasana, you need to make inverted ‘V’ while feet and hands pressing into the ground and the hips uplifted towards the sky. Benefits of Adho Mukha Svanasana:-

It allows more blood to flow into the brain.

It reduces the stress level.

Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)

For performing Trikonasana, you need to stand straight and spread your legs. After that, extend your arms and bend your upper body toward the lead foot so that you can touch the ground with your one arm while keeping the other one towards the sky. Benefits of Trikonasana:-

It reduces blood pressure.

It strengthens the arms and legs.

Shavasana (Corpse Pose)

Shavasana is one of the simplest asanas of yoga. Just lie on the ground and spread your arms and legs. Afterwards,make your palms either up or down and then relax for some couple of minutes. Benefits of Shavasana:-

It improves concentration.

It cures insomnia.

Have your elders tried yoga? Tell us if these above mentioned asanas helped!