Say goodbye to that puffy feeling.
Constipation and bloating are two common ailments that tend to go hand in hand.
These issues initiate the spectrum from an annoying, puffy feeling to an intense, severe pain.
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It can also be brought on by sneaky things such asfood intolerances or eating too quickly.
No matter the reason for your bloating, you probably want the feeling to go away ASAP.
The good news is that certain exercises can help you feel a little more comfortable.
A treadmill or a set of stairs works just fine.
How Yoga Helps with Bloating
Stress, anxiety and tension cancause gastrointestinal distress, including constipation.
And research has shown that yoga is an effective treatment to helpprevent and alleviate stress and anxiety.
Yoga breathing techniques help with constipation in two ways.
First, deep breathing engages the abdomen.
And second, and maybe most importantly, using yoga breathing techniques can help relieve stress.
Inhale through your nose, exhale through your nose.
venture to allow your breath to be an audible breath.
Some call this the “sound of the ocean” or even “Darth Vader” breathing.
Then add a count to your breathing.
Inhale for a count of 4.
Hold for a count of 1.
Exhale for a count of 6.
The simple act of taking a few moments to focus on your breath can help to relieve stress.
Single-Nostril Breathing
Single-nostril breathing is another great way to relieve stress and refocus.
You’ll want to take your thumb and pointer finger.
Place your thumb on one nostril.
Breathe in through the open nostril.
Place your pointer finger on that nostril, remove your thumb from the other nostril and exhale.
This form of breathing is a fantastic way to relive stress by focusing on your breath.
It also is believed to provide a mental reset to improve focus.
Studiesshow that gas retention that can cause bloating is worse when we are in a recumbent or reclined posture.
They also show that symptoms are improved when we are in an upright position.
Try out these positions to relieve bloating or help release excess gas.
The Bottom Line
The bottom line is to get moving!
Inactivity and a sedentary lifestyle are contributing factors to constipation and the bloating that accompanies it.
you’re free to go for a walk or do these yoga postures anywhere, without equipment.
They provide a safe, drug-free method to help alleviate some of the discomfort of constipation and bloating.
