Can yoga help in increasing height? Try these 10 best yoga poses to grow taller
Yoga benefits: While genetics largely determine height, studies suggest that introducing certain yoga poses into your routine may help you achieve your maximum potential by improving posture, flexibility, and body alignment. Here are 10 yoga poses that may help improve your height.
Yoga not only improves flexibility and posture but may also play a role in promoting physical growth during adolescence. Certain yoga poses can stretch the spine, improve posture, and strengthen muscles, all of which may contribute to better height potential, especially during growing years (Images: Canva)
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According to a study by the Department of Physiology, West Bengal State University, Barasat, Kolkata, regular yoga practice can influence skeletal growth patterns in adolescent girls. The study, published in the National Institutes of Health (NIH), suggests that while yoga offers numerous health benefits, the intensity and type of yogic practices should be carefully considered during adolescence to avoid potential negative impacts on natural growth patterns. Here are 10 yoga poses that may help in promoting natural height growth
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Tadasana or Mountain Pose: This foundational pose involves standing tall with arms stretched overhead, elongating the spine and improving posture. It aids body alignment and strengthens leg muscles, which may support better height potential
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Bhujangasana or Cobra Pose: A back-bending pose where the chest lifts off the floor, stretching the spine, shoulders, and abdomen. This pose stimulates the spine, improves flexibility, and may promote spinal elongation
Adho Mukha Svanasana or Downward Dog Pose: This full-body stretch lengthens the spine, hamstrings, and calves. It helps release tension from the back, improves posture, and increases overall body flexibility
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Vrikshasana or Tree Pose: A balancing pose that strengthens the legs, stretches the spine, and improves posture. It also increases concentration and body awareness, which may indirectly contribute to better body alignment
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Chakrasana or Wheel Pose: A backbend that stretches the spine, chest, and abdomen while strengthening the back muscles. This pose promotes spinal flexibility and may stimulate the growth hormone
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Paschimottanasana or Seated Forward Bend: This pose deeply stretches the spine, hamstrings, and lower back, improving body flexibility. It may also boost blood circulation to the spine, promoting better posture.
Trikonasana or Triangle Pose: A lateral stretch that strengthens the legs, opens the hips, and improves spinal alignment. It helps stretch the spine sideways, aiding in posture correction
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Ustrasana or Camel Pose: This backbend opens the chest, strengthens the spine, and improves posture. It may also stimulate the endocrine glands, potentially aiding in hormone balance
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Dhanurasana or Bow Pose: This pose stretches the spine, chest, and thighs while strengthening the back muscles. It helps improve spinal flexibility and may boost blood circulation
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Marjariasana or Cat-Cow Pose: A gentle flow between two poses that promotes spinal flexibility, posture correction, and stress relief. It improves spinal movement and may support better spinal alignment. (Disclaimer: This article, including health and fitness advice, only provides generic information. Don’t treat it as a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist for specific health diagnosis)
Namita S Kalla is a senior journalist who writes about different aspects of modern life that include lifestyle, health, fashion, beauty, and entertainment.
