Try Setubandhasana or the bridge pose to lose belly fat

Want to trim you belly fat further? Here's how this bridge pose can help you

By: Shraddha Rupavate | | Updated: February 28, 2015 11:40 pm

Setubandhasana or the bridge’s pose is an excellent yoga pose for trimming belly fat and strengthening core muscles. Since it requires you to hold your core against gravitational force, the resulting force acts on the core muscles and burns belly fat. It also tones thighs, improves flexibility and strengthens the shoulders muscles.

Steps to do this pose:

Lie on your back, with bent knees and feet flat on the floor. Keep your arms by your sides with palms facing the floor
Now using your arms strength push your pelvis off the floor, towards the ceiling. Exhale as you do this.
Keep your body lifted such that your neck and head are still flat on the floor and the rest of your body is in the air, similar to a bridge
Hold this pose for five steady, consistent breaths

Tip: If you have a knee or back injury, avoid doing this asana.

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Published: September 12, 2014 5:01 pm | Updated:February 28, 2015 11:40 pm

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