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INDIAN YOGA 2. Virbhadrasana- Warrior Pose: This yoga pose is too good for the overall health of a pregnant women.it works great for the entire back, chest, hips muscles etc. It is a great pose for strengthening the lower body too. How To Do : --> Stand erect with your feet together. --> Keep your hands on either side with palms facing your body. 76 --> Now, spread your feet hip width apart. --> Place your left foot firmly on the ground and turn your body completely to the right. --> Bend your right knee. --> Take a slow, deep inhalation and slowly lift your hands above your head, palms joined together in Namaskar mudra. --> Stretch backward, without exerting your back. Fix your gaze on the fingers. --> Hold the pose for a count of 10 to 15 while breathing normally. (take 10 to 15 slow deep breaths) --> Straighten your knee. --> Slowly bring your feet back together. --> Repeat the same steps on the other side. WWW.WISHESH.NET | AUGUST 2019