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1 of 23 Saturday 04 March 2017 12:17 AM

 12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

Thighs And Hips In Shape
STYLECRAZE November 16, 2016
SHIRIN MEHDI
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Due to our sedentary lifestyles and lack of exercise, we tend to accumulate fat
in the hips and thighs. This makes us feel unattractive. But, worry not! Here
are a few basic asanas in yoga to reduce hips and thighs. A proper
combination of diet and yoga can reduce the fat in these problem areas.
Yoga For Hips And Thighs
1. Utkatasana
2. Virabhadrasana II
3. Natarajasana
4. Ustrasana
5. Upavistha Konasana
6. Janu Sirsasana
7. Baddha Konasana
8. Malasana
9. Navasana

10. Salabhasana
12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your
11. Setu Bandhasana
12. Ananda Balasana
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1. Utkatasana
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Also Known As – Chair Pose
Benefits – This asana stimulates the muscles in your legs, especially the hips
and thighs. Sitting on a chair is easy, but when you sit on an imaginary chair,
your muscles are exerted as they hold the fort for your body. Your body weight
rests upon your legs, especially on the muscles of the hips and thighs. This
not only tones your legs and builds muscle but strengthens the area too.
How To Do It – Stand erect in Tadasana. Gently bend your knees and lower
your buttocks as if you are seated on an imaginary chair. Inhale and extend
your arms over your head. Hold the pose for a few seconds as you keep the


flow of your breath going. Release.
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to your body. If youHips In Shape
are a beginner, lower your hips only
as much as you can, but increase gradually. Once you feel comfortable in the
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pose, you could pulse a bit to increase the intensity and the stretch in the
muscle.
To know more about this asana, click here: Utkatasana
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 Virabhadrasana II
2.
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Also Known As – Warrior Pose II
Benefits – This asana works on the legs for sure, but specifically on the inner
thighs. At the outset, this pose might look simple, but it works on the muscles


that do not get attention when we run our daily chores. The best part is that
both the legs get a different workout at the same time, so more muscle
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groups are targeted And Hips In Shape
with this asana.
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How To Do It – Widen your legs such that they are a little more than
hip-width apart. Twist your right heel with the toes pointing outwards, and use
your left heel to ground yourself. The arch of your left heel must be in line with
your right foot. Lower your hips and then radiate your energy out as you
stretch out your arms such that they are in line with your shoulders. Turn your
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gaze forward and hold the pose with integrity. Breathe slow and strong as you
hold the pose and then release. Repeat on the other side.
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Curing Tip – For best results, widen the stretch of your legs and lower your
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pelvis. Make sure you maintain balance and integrity.
To know more about this asana, click here: Virabhadrasana II

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3. Natarajasana


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Also Known As – Lord Of The Dance Pose
Benefits – The hip flexors are stimulated and stretched in this very graceful
posture. Both the inner and outer thigh muscles are worked upon. This asana
strengthens the legs as the body balances on one leg. Right from your pelvis
to your feet, every muscle in your leg is toned and stretched. Your hips are
opened up, and all the energy blocks in the legs are released. The blood
circulation in your legs is enhanced, which gives a fresh flow of oxygen and
nutrients to them.
How To Do It – Stand in Tadasana. Lift your right foot and swing it behind
such that your right leg is parallel to the ground. Bend your knee, reach your
right arm to the right foot and stretch. Once you settle down, stretch your left
arm forward. You could keep the palms stretched out or assume the Gyan
Mudra. Look at your left fingers. Hold the pose for a few seconds as you take
long, deep breaths. Release and repeat on the other side.
To know more about this asana, click here: Natarajasana


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4. Ustrasana
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Also Known As – Camel Pose
Benefits – This asana brilliantly opens your pectoral muscles and hip flexors.
It also tones all the limbs, especially the thighs. This asana works on the front
part of your body, so the muscles in the frontal thighs get thoroughly toned
and stimulated.
How To Do It – Sit in Vajrasana. Lift your hips and raise your body such that
the hip muscles and calf muscles are perpendicular. Open up your chest and
lean back. Reach your arms for your feet, making sure your arms are
stretched out. Gently hang your head as you gaze at the back. Hold the pose
as you take long, deep breaths. Release.


To know more about this asana, click here: Ustrasana
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5. Upavistha Konasana
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Also Known As – Seated Wide Legged Forward Fold
Benefits – This asana works amazingly well on the upper part of your legs.
Apart from giving them a good stretch, it works on the much-ignored inner
thighs. It builds strength and flexibility.
How To Do It – Sit in Dandasana. Stretch your legs as wide as you can. Then,
bring your palms to the center. If you are flexible enough, bend your body and
reach your head to the ground. If not, bend your elbows and let your head
hang. Breathe a few times, then slowly come back up and bring your feet
together.


To know more about this asana, click here: Upavistha Konasana
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6. Janu Sirsasana
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Also Known As – Head To Knee Pose
Benefits – The Janu Sirsasana works towards increasing the flexibility in the
thighs and hip joints. The muscles are stretched, and there is an increase in
the circulation of blood. This nourishes the muscles and keeps the area
healthy. This asana helps to strengthen the legs too.
How To Do It – Assume the Dandasana. Fold your left knee such that the left
foot is placed on the right thigh. Stretch your arms up, fold your torso, and
reach out for your foot with your arms. Breathe into your right abdomen. Hold
and release, and repeat with the other leg. Although you are meant to touch


your head to your knee in this asana, what is more important in this pose is
keeping your back straight.
To know more about this asana, click here: Janu Sirsasana
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7. Baddha Konasana
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Also Known As – Cobbler Pose, Butterfly Pose, Bound Angle Pose
Benefits – This asana is an amazing hip opener. It also increases the range of
motion in your hips. Your inner thighs are stretched and toned, and lean mass
is built. This asana basically works on your hips and thighs and does wonders
for them.
How To Do It – Sit on the mat with your legs stretched out. Fold your knees,


and bring your feet to the center. Join your feet, and straighten your back.
Hold your feet with your palms. Now, push your knees down to the ground, as
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much as you possibly can. HoldAnd Hips
the pose Inseconds
for a few Shape and release.
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To know more about this asana, click here: Baddha Konasana
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8. Malasana
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Also Known As – Garland Pose
Benefits – The Malasana is another pose that works mainly on the legs,
especially on the hips and thighs. It enhances the circulation of blood and
ensures a good stretch in your hips and thighs. It widens your hips and gives
your leg muscles great strength and flexibility.


How To Do It – Squat on the floor, making sure your feet are together, and
your buttocks are off the floor. If you are comfortable, lift your body on the
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balls of the feet. Join your palmsAnd
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center, and Shape
your elbows gently on
the sides of the knees. Push your16,
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Hold the pose for at least three breaths. Release.
To know more about this asana, click here: Malasana
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9. Navasana
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Also Known As – Naukasana, Boat Pose
Benefits – When you practice this asana regularly, it moves beyond your
body, i.e., the organs, nerves, bones, and muscles, and penetrates into the
very core of your being. As you balance your body weight on your buttocks,


your being trembles initially. But, a whole lot of strength and determination is
built within the few seconds of suspension. There is a great improvement in
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blood circulation, and your legs And Hips
get a good In Shape
stretch.
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How To Do It – Sit in Dandasana. Then, lift your legs off the ground. When
you manage to balance, lift your hands off the floor, and stretch them out in
front of you. Work towards creating a ‘V’ with your upper and lower body.
Breathe long and deep. Release.
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To know more about this asana, click here: Navasana
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 Salabhasana
10.
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Also Known As – Locust Pose, Grasshopper Pose


Benefits – This is an effective yoga exercise to reduce hips and thighs, it also
works on many other parts of your body. It strengthens your legs and
enhances the flow Thighs
of blood. YourAnd Hips
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(legs, in general) remain
strong, flexible, and in good health.
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How To Do It – Lie on your abdomen, and lift your legs off the mat, right from
the hips. Stretch your arms behind you and lift your chest off the floor. Lift
your chin up and set your gaze forward. Hold the pose and breathe a few
times before you release.
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To know more about this asana, click here: Salabhasana

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11. Setu Bandhasana
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Also Known As – Bridge Pose


Benefits – This asana enhances the circulation of blood. The raised hips
enforce a good stretch. The muscles are stimulated and toned, and any
Thighs
energy is broken and released. And Hips In Shape
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How To Do It – Lie flat on your back, and bend your legs at the knees. Gently
lift your hips and back off the floor. Straighten your shoulders and stretch out
your arms so that they reach your feet. Breathe long and deep. Hold the pose
for a few seconds and release.
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To know more about this asana, click here: Setu Bandhasana
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 Ananda Balasana
12.
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Also Known As – Happy Baby Pose, Dead Bug Pose


Benefits – This asana is one of the best pose in yoga for hips and thighs.
This works on opening up your hip joint. Your flexors are flexed, and all the
inner thigh musclesThighs And
are stretched Hips InThisShape
and stimulated. asana works on the
back muscles too, which are usually
November 16,not worked upon. The best part about this
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pose is that while you are in it, you can guide the stretching and find what
feels good.
How To Do It – Lie flat on your back. Lift your legs off the floor, bending them
at the knees. Stretch your arms out and hold the arches of your feet. Stretch
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your legs out using the support of your hands. Keep the knees bent, but you
can flex them while you are in the pose. Hold the pose as you move and flex
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for a few seconds. Release and relax.
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To know more about this asana, click here: Ananda Balasana
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Have you ever tried any of these yoga asanas to reduce hips and thighs?
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Keeping the legs stretched and flexed is extremely important. You might
complain about those hips being fat, but when the muscles are not worked
upon, it can lead to more serious problems. Don’t wait that long! Indulge in
yoga. Have fun as you strengthen your thighs and hips and build that lean
muscle.
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 12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

Yoga For Hips And Thighs

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November 16, 2016

Also Known As – Chair Pose

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

To know more about this asana, click here: Utkatasana

Also Known As – Warrior Pose II

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

November 16, 2016

To know more about this asana, click here: Virabhadrasana II

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

To know more about this asana, click here: Natarajasana

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

Thighs And Hips In Shape

Also Known As – Camel Pose

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

Thighs And Hips In Shape Back To TOC

Also Known As – Seated Wide Legged Forward Fold

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

Thighs And Hips In Shape Back To TOC

Also Known As – Head To Knee Pose

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

Also Known As – Cobbler Pose, Butterﬂy Pose, Bound Angle Pose

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

November 16, 2016

Also Known As – Garland Pose

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

To know more about this asana, click here: Malasana

Also Known As – Naukasana, Boat Pose

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

November 16, 2016

Also Known As – Locust Pose, Grasshopper Pose

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

To know more about this asana, click here: Salabhasana

Also Known As – Bridge Pose

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12 Yoga Exercises To Get Your

November 16, 2016

Also Known As – Happy Baby Pose, Dead Bug Pose

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