Who does not want to be tall, but the height depends on the genes received from the parents. Also, lifestyle and nutrients taken in food can also affect the height of each person. At the same time, if someone is troubled by the problem of not growing in height, then he can improve it through yoga. Under this, yoga asanas like Balasana and Adho Mukha Svanasana can be done. These mainly strengthen the muscles of the body and improve physical posture. Here we make it clear that till now no scientific research has confirmed the increase in height through yoga and exercise. Today in this article you will know whether height can be increased by doing yoga or not -

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No research confirms that height can be increased through yoga. The height of each person depends on genetics and nutrients. Yoga Asanas help in straightening the spine and bringing it in the right shape, correcting the posture of the body and improving physical ability. Let us now know about these major yoga asanas -

Balasana

Balasana helps in stretching various parts of the body. The way to do it is as follows -

  • Spread a yoga mat on a flat ground and sit in the posture of Vajrasana.
  • Now take a long deep breath and take both the hands straight above the head.
  • Then bend forward while exhaling.
  • In this position, the hips will remain attached to the heels and the hands and head will remain attached to the ground.
  • Stay in this position for some time and keep breathing at a normal pace.
  • Then get up while breathing and take the hands straight above the head and later place the hands comfortably on the thighs.

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Tadasana

Doing Tadasana brings balance in the body. It can be done like this -

  • Stand straight on the yoga mat and keep the hands close to the body.
  • Now take a long deep breath and move the hands straight upwards.
  • Make a grip by interlocking the fingers of both the hands and keep the palms facing the sky. Also keep the arms close to the ears.
  • Now pull the body upwards and bring the weight of the whole body on the toes.
  • Stay in this position for some time and keep breathing at a normal pace and look forward as well.
  • Now slowly come back to normal.

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Bhujangasana

Bhujangasana is helpful in stretching the whole body. It strengthens the muscles. Let's know how to do it -

  • Lay down on the stomach by laying a yoga mat on a flat surface.
  • Keep both hands near the shoulder.
  • Now while breathing, lift the body up to the navel with the help of the hands.
  • Stay in this position for some time and keep breathing at a normal pace.
  • Then slowly come back to normal state.

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Uttanasana

Uttanasana is helpful in releasing tension from the body and straightening the spine. It can be done like this-

  • Stand straight on a flat surface and then while breathing, take the hands straight upwards.
  • Now while exhaling, bend forward.
  • While bending forward, try to touch the palms with the ground near the feet and the nose with the knees.
  • Keep in mind that the knees do not bend.
  • Stay in this position for a few seconds and then while breathing, straighten up and take the hands upwards.
  • After this, bring the hands down and relax.

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Yogas like Uttanasana and Balasana are good for improving height. These yoga asanas help in improving posture and strengthening muscles. Along with improving the body structure, these yoga asanas also relieve stress. Here we make it clear once again that height does not increase with yoga asanas.

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