Back pain can take over every aspect of your life, making even day-to-day existence a chore. Many people turn to doctors and medications to relieve back pain, but there’s actually a much simpler solution. There are many yoga poses that will stretch the back and leg muscles to relieve discomfort. Yoga is more than a temporary solution; it provides long-term results for as long as you continue your practice. Even beginners can perform simple stretches for nearly instant results. If you’ve never tried yoga before, it’s definitely worth a shot at relieving the discomfort and added stress that back pain can bring.
Causes of Back Pain
Standing Forward Bend Posture – Uttanasana
Half Forward Bend – Ardha Uttanasana
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