Yoga for Heart Health: 9 Asanas to incorporate into your daily routine

By Vivek Dubey By Vivek Dubey CNBC-TV18.com CNBC-TV18.com Published Dec 07, 2023 Published Dec 07, 2023

Yoga is a holistic wellness discipline that incorporates physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation, which collectively can have beneficial effects on heart health. Here are 9 yoga asanas that can help improve heart health:

Tadasana

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Vrikshasana

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Utthita Hastapadasana

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Trikonasana

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Veerabhadrasana

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Utkatasana

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Marjariasana

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Viparita Salabhasana

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Makara Adho Mukha Svanasana

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