5 Yoga exercises to improve memory and concentration

Yoga plays a very strong role in the brain development of an individual, keeps your brain healthy and prevents early onset of mental disorders such as dementia, Alzheimer’s etc.

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1. Vrikshasana – Tree Pose

Begin in Samasthithi. Stand erect and keep your feet together. Fold the right leg and place foot on the inner thigh of the left leg. The right knee is perpendicular to the left leg. Inhale and bring your palms together in Namaskar mudra in front of your chest.

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2. Paschimottanasana - Seated Forward Bending

Begin with Dandasana. Keep your knees are slightly bent. Lift your arms up and keep your spine erect. Exhale and empty your stomach of air. Bend forward at the hip as you exhale and place your upper body on your lower body. Lower your arms and grip your big toes with your fingers

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3. Bakasana - Crane Pose

Begin with Samasthithi. Place your palms flat slightly ahead of your feet but away from them. Point your fingers forward spreading them apart. Bend your elbows slightly and place your knees just below your armpits. Lean forward in such a way that all your body weight

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4. Sarvangasana – Shoulder Stand Pose

Begin by lying down on your back. Place your arms beside your body. Gently lift your legs off the floor and position them perpendicular to the floor with feet facing the sky. Slowly lift your pelvis and back off the floor. Bring your forearms off the floor and place your palms.

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5. Sirshasana - Headstand Pose

Begin on your knees. Place your elbows on the ground. Form an equilateral triangle with your interlocked palms and elbows. Place the crown of your head on the floor in front of your palms. Your palms should support the back of your head.

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