Yoga postures of the solar plexus chakra

A healthy solar plexus chakra allows you to be strong, confident, and move toward your goals with complete determination.

The third chakra, or Manipura in Sanskrit, governs all aspects of your personality, your ego and your personal power. Its color is yellow and it is located in the stomach region.

When your solar plexus chakra is open and balanced, you will be able to turn all your dreams into reality and will not be afraid of the challenges that life throws at you.

When your solar plexus chakra is healthy, your ego is both strong and balanced. By overcoming life's difficulties and cultivating your personal power, you will increase your self-esteem and confidence.

So, what are the benefits of yoga for your solar plexus chakra?

Adding yoga to your daily routine is a perfect way to relax and align all the chakras in your body.

There are many yoga postures (asanas), which can be used for individual chakras, but keep in mind that ultimately they will bring many benefits to your body as a whole.

Balancing the solar plexus chakra with yoga asanas involves strengthening and softening your core and all the muscles surrounding your stomach.

Many experienced yogis believe that a strong core is the foundation of yoga. The strength developed through yoga asanas can be used in daily life, beyond the mat.

Some of my favorite yoga poses for the solar plexus chakra are:

Kumbhakasana

Plank pose, or Kumbhakasana, is an excellent yoga pose for balance, which strengthens the core muscles, arms, wrists and spine. The word “kumbhak” means “breath retention,” and in traditional yoga this pose is considered a transitional asana.

However, feel free to practice this pose on its own to prepare your body for more difficult poses and build your strength and endurance.

If you want to create more fire in your belly, lift one of the legs. Keep in mind that your hips should not sink, and keep your spine in a straight position.

Full Boat Pose – Paripurna Navasana

The Full Boat Pose is a more challenging yoga pose that improves both the front and back of the body. It focuses on the deep hip flexors in addition to the abdominal muscles.

When you sit for long periods of time, these muscles begin to weaken. Paripura Navasana will also help you strengthen your balance. The effectiveness of this pose requires strong back muscles as you are supposed to keep your chest lifted.

You can keep your knees bent to maintain the forward tilt of the pelvis. Keep your chest up, and keep your neck long (avoid rounding your back). Make sure you can breathe comfortably.

Bow pose - Dhanurasana

The Dhanurasana yoga pose gets its name from the shape your body takes - that of an arc (the word "dhanu" translates to "arc"). This strong posture works simultaneously on all areas of the back.

The balance of the entire body rests on the lower abdomen. This wonderful pose provides all the necessary stretch to the entire back and works well on the abdominal muscles.

Hold this posture for at least 15-20 seconds, remember to breathe deeply and rock on your solar plexus while looking forward.

Anjaneyasana

Crescent Moon Pose or Anjaneyasana is a hip-opening pose that tests your coordination, strength and concentration skills.

The high lunge is typically performed in most standard yoga sequences and is beneficial to both the solar plexus chakra and the sacral chakra.

Anjaneyasana is a classic full-body pose that has many health benefits. It strengthens the knees, thighs, hips, spine, chest and shoulders.

Start by stepping your right foot forward until you feel a slight stretch in your left hip. Raise your chest, raise your arms, and look upward toward your hands.

Keep the core of the body engaged, chest lifted and allow the pelvis to sink. Crescent Moon Pose keeps you focused and strong because you need to maintain balance.

Downward Facing Dog Pose - Adho Mukha Svanasana

Downward Facing Dog is one of the most well-known yoga poses, and it is normally performed many times during standard yoga classes.

Adho Mukha Svanasana gives energy and rejuvenates the entire body. It deeply stretches the back, hamstrings, calves, thighs, arch and hands, and activates the core muscles.

Downward facing dog improves your digestion, concentration, releases tension from your back, and has many other health benefits.

Your Favorite Yoga Positions for the Solar Plexus Chakra

Now it's your turn.

• Have you tried any of the postures mentioned in this article?
• Did I forget to mention some of your favorite poses?