Weekly Yoga Plan to Combat Lifestyle Diseases and Enhance Wellbeing

Mumbai – With the rise in lifestyle-related conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and cardiovascular issues, maintaining health has become more crucial than ever. These ailments often arise from chronic stress, inactivity, unhealthy eating habits, and excessive screen time—hallmarks of the modern lifestyle.

Yoga, an ancient practice rooted in holistic wellness, offers a sustainable path to counteract these imbalances. Its blend of movement, breath control, and mindfulness not only improves physical health but also enhances emotional and mental resilience.

According to Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar, Yoga Guru and founder of Akshar Yoga Kendraa, consistent yoga practice can significantly help in restoring equilibrium to the body and mind, empowering individuals to reclaim their health naturally.

A Curated Weekly Yoga Routine for Lifestyle Disease Management

1. Vrikshasana (Tree Pose)
How to Do It:

• Stand tall, place the sole of your left foot against the inner thigh of your right leg.
• Keep your balance and raise both hands above the head in a prayer gesture.
• Hold for 30 seconds, then switch sides.

Benefits:
Improves posture, stability, and concentration while strengthening the lower body and enhancing energy flow through the spine.

2. Sanchalit Marjari Asana (Dynamic Cat-Cow Stretch)
How to Do It:

• Begin in a tabletop position.
• Inhale and arch the back (cow pose), lifting your chin and hips.
• Exhale and round the spine (cat pose), tucking the chin towards your chest.
• Repeat 8–10 times.

Benefits:
Boosts spinal flexibility, relieves neck and back tension, stimulates abdominal organs, and promotes better posture.

3. Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)
How to Do It:

• Perform a flowing sequence of 8 postures linked with breath, completing 5–12 rounds.
• Start slow and gradually build pace as strength improves.

Benefits:
Activates metabolism, supports weight management, energizes the body, and enhances digestion and circulation.

4. Siddha Walk (Infinity Walking Meditation)
How to Do It:

• Walk in the shape of an infinity symbol (figure 8) – 11 rounds clockwise, then counterclockwise.
• Focus on your breath and posture while walking.

Benefits:
Balances left and right brain functions, boosts memory and cognition, and promotes inner harmony and spiritual upliftment.

Why Yoga Works for Lifestyle Diseases

Unlike quick fixes, yoga addresses the root causes of disease—such as stress, sedentary behavior, poor digestion, and emotional imbalance—by restoring harmony in the body’s internal systems. Its adaptability makes it suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

When practised consistently under proper guidance, yoga can:

• Improve metabolic health
• Strengthen the immune system
• Calm the nervous system
• Promote mental clarity and emotional stability

International Yoga Day 2025: A Historic Celebration

As part of its mission to spread the healing power of yoga, Akshar Yoga Kendraa will celebrate International Yoga Day at Palace Grounds, Bengaluru, with an ambitious attempt to set 12 Guinness World Records in Yogasanas—adding to its existing 9 records. The event will see participation from yoga enthusiasts across India and globally.

Embrace yoga as a proactive health practice—not just for managing disease, but for creating a life filled with vitality, mindfulness, and peace.