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5 Easy Yoga Asanas To Do In The Afternoon To Prevent Winter Slump

These simple yoga asanas can help increase energy levels, boost flexibility and focus, while reducing stress and tension. Practise them in the afternoon to combat winter slump and feel revitalised.

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Written By: Prerna Mittra | Updated: December 27, 2024, 3:19 PM

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Yoga Asanas To Try In Winter Afternoons

Many people experience post-lunch slump in the winter season, owing to leading a sedentary lifestyle that is devoid of physical activities, besides eating heavy meals that can cause sluggishness around the twilight hours. If you are in the office, or even working from home, an afternoon slump in the cold weather can affect your productivity. To avoid that, it is necessary to do certain yoga asanas that can instantly charge you up. Remember to practise yoga at least 2 hours after having a meal. You may also combine yoga with deep breathing exercises and meditation for enhanced benefits. Scroll down to know more about the five simple asanas that can prevent post-lunch lethargy in the winter months.

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Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)

These asanas can loosen the spine and increase flexibility. In order to do them, start on your hands and knees. Inhale, arch back (cat pose), and exhale to curve the spine (cow pose). Repeat several times.

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Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)

This yoga asana is known to boost the mood and the energy levels. Lie down on your stomach and place your hands under your shoulders. Inhale to press the palms into the ground, and lift chest, head, and shoulders off the mat. Hold this pose for a bit. Also Read - Winter Sinusitis: 10 Yoga Hacks For Quick Relief From Seasonal Struggles

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Mountain Pose (Tadasana)

Doing this simple yoga asana can restore your energy and promote balance. Stand tall with feet hip-width apart, arms by your sides, and engage your core. Feel grounded and focused. You may stretch your arms over your head by interlocking your fingers.

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Prerna Mittra

With more than a decade of experience in journalism, this author writes on health and lifestyle topics, from pregnancy to mental health, diseases, fitness, parenting, and such. Previous work experience includes The Indian Express, Network18 Group, Times Of India. For ... Read More