5 Chair Yoga Poses for Working Folks

Do you suffer a lot while trying to stand from being seated? Have you heard of chair yoga? Well, this is nothing special but generally refers to yoga poses that can be done while sitting on the chair. It helps in releasing the tension that is created as a result of constant sitting resulting in a lack of mobility. So, whether you’re a student or an adult working long hours in the office, this is just the right piece of article for you.

Why Chair Yoga?

 

Chair yoga helps in improving and strengthening the muscles, reduces the stress level and by even improving the breathing habits inhibits better sleep and a feeling of well-being. Since yoga is more about adaptability, it doesn’t matter much where you’re doing it. So, you don’t have to rush much to go and get a specialized yoga chair, rather do it in a normal one. However, it is best to avoid the wheeled chair owing to its instability.

Types of Yoga Poses

 

While you are on the chair, there are certain basic yoga poses that can be done, and these simple postures will give you the ease and comfort throughout. Keeping this in mind, five simple poses are enlisted below. Take a look at them.

1. Seated Crescent Moon Pose: Working hours in the computer results in discomfort in the neck and shoulder region. This pose helps you in getting back the normal spine structure, distinct thoughts, and sharp focus. To do it, simply raise your hands over the head and stretch your fingers wide and join the hands. Now lean once to the right and hold on there for 2-3 deep breaths and follow the same on the left side. Repeat this pose whenever you are stressed.
2. Wrist And Finger Stretch: Working on the desk tends to build up tension in the tendons and muscles, and this pose helps in improving the blood flow to this region. Place both the hands on the desk and keep the fingers overlapping each other, while one hand faces inward and the other outward. In this position, stretch as much as you can.
3. Chair Pigeon Pose: This pose works on the hips and the lower spine region. While seated, cross your right leg over the left at an angle of 90 degrees and while holding the knees with your hand, twist on the right side. Hold on for a few seconds and repeat the position with the left leg.
4. Sit And Stand Chair Pose: With pressure on your foot, try to sit at an angle of 90 degrees and remain steady for a few seconds and then try to stand in that position. Repeat this pose 5-10 times a day to release pressure from the hamstrings.
5. Chair Forward Bend: Sit in a chair and with an exhalation, bend forward over the legs while the hands are touching the ground. Be in a position when the head hangs downwards. Raise the arms over the head while inhaling. Repeat this position several times to release the stress.