First things first. There are no quick fixes. You think they’ll work but they will really bring back all the weight you lost and more. But wait, don’t be disappointed. There are measures like detox yoga to lose holiday weight quickly. There is a difference between holiday weight and stubborn fat Holiday fat is mostly gained from irregular and abnormal eating over a certain period (like between Halloween and Christmas) If acted upon timely, holiday weight can indeed be lost very quickly. But if you are looking for a quick fix to your weight goals then na-ah, we advise you to stop looking and start accepting that it will be a longer journey. Longer, but enjoyable. Especially if it involves yoga.
Yoga is our answer to all problems. It’s like looking into your own body for solutions related to health and mindfulness. Certain detox yoga poses fused with a few healthy measures will undo any holiday damage you’ve done. Let’s get started.
1. Urdhava Dhanurasana (Forearm Wheel)
This pose is a great way of opening your chest and activating your metabolism. Which means you will burn calories faster than usual.
2. 108 Surya Namaskars, 6 days a week for two weeks
If the damage is big, your effort will have to be bigger. Surya Namaskars done in repetition are a great way of working out your complete body. While you do your regular yoga routine, sun salutations will ensure that your extra goal of cardio for your complete body is not ignored.
3. Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand Pose)
This pose is a great one to include at the end of your yoga session. It’s great for your heart and your liver and works wonderfully at flushing toxins away from your vital organs.
4. Garuda-asana (Eagle Pose)
This pose stretches your thighs, hips, shoulders and upper back. It also pushes your core to the extreme which directly translates into fresher blood and detoxification.
5. Parivrtta Utkatasana (Revolved Chair Pose)
This pose is great for any constipation that you may experience due to al the greasy food that you may have eaten during the holidays. It works wonderfully at activating your digestive system to push out any undesired fat and proteins.
For a period of one month, add these 5 detox yoga asanas to your usual yoga and along with these introduce three new healthy habits:
1. Drink warm water with lemon on an empty stomach
2. Eat 250 calories less per day
3. Drink 3 glasses of water extra
That’s it. In one month, you will be back to where you started from if not even lighter and fitter. We strongly believe in the motto of staying fit and exploring your body every new day. However big may be your goal, as long you keep moving towards it, you are doing great! We hope your holiday weight gain hasn’t lead you to make any unrealistic resolutions. If yes, then you should probably read what to do next here.
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Images of Jennifer Partridge, Author and Yoga Instructor