The word “chakra” is of Sanskrit origin and means circle. Chakras are considered the centers of energy within every human body.
Balanced chakras bring quality into our life, our senses get sharper, and those small joys of life begin to gain much greater significance for us.
Yoga Poses to Balance Your Chakras
Yoga poses (asanas) are a great way to cleanse and balance the chakras, so here are some of them.
First Chakra: Muladhara – Root chakra
Muladhara chakra represents the base, the support, and is located in the pelvic area.
Yoga poses for balancing this chakra are:
- Child’s pose
- Bridge pose
- Half Bridge pose
- Garland pose
Second Chakra: Swadhisthana – Sacral chakra
Swadhisthana chakra represents the relationship you have with yourself, your body, your desires. This chakra is located below the navel and pubic bone.
Yoga poses for balancing this chakra are:
- Cat pose
- Cobra pose
- Boat pose
- Crescent Moon pose
- Triangle pose
Third Chakra: Manipura – Solar plexus chakra
Manipura is a chakra that depicts your identity and strength. This chakra is responsible for your authority, control over emotions, and relationships with yourself and others. This chakra is located above the navel.
Yoga poses for balancing this chakra are:
- Warrior I
- Warrior II
- Mountain pose
- Cobra pose
Fourth Chakra: Anahata – Heart chakra
Anahata represents the ability to love, to provide unconditional love and compassion, and to receive it. Through Anahata, we learn to love ourselves and others. This chakra is located at the level of the heart.
Yoga poses for balancing this chakra are:
- Camel pose
- Fish pose
- Pigeon pose
- Bridge pose
Fifth Chakra: Vishuddha – Throat chakra
This chakra is a symbol of your expression. It is related to the ability to communicate and express oneself. This chakra is located parallel to the thyroid gland.
Yoga poses for balancing this chakra are:
- Fish pose
- Upward Plank pose
- Shoulder stand
Sixth Chakra: Ajna – Third eye chakra
This chakra is in charge of high consciousness, intuition, and the balance between reason and intuition. This chakra is located between the eyebrows.
Yoga poses for balancing this chakra are:
- Child’s pose
- Wide-legged forward fold
Seventh Chakra: Sahasrara – Crown chakra
Sahasrara is associated with higher consciousness i.e. with the source itself (the energy of the Universe). This chakra is located on the top of the head.
Yoga poses for balancing this chakra are:
- Rabbit pose
- Headstand
Try these poses and get ready to feel the benefits they’ll bring.
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