Living with high blood pressure doesn’t mean you have to give up on staying active and finding inner peace. In fact, gentle yoga practices can be your heart’s best friend, offering a safe and effective way to support cardiovascular health naturally.
Research shows that regular yoga practice can reduce systolic blood pressure by 10 mmHg, decrease stress hormone levels by 25%, improve heart rate variability, and enhance sleep quality.
This 7-day challenge includes:
Day 1: Foundation and Breath Awareness
- Gentle Mountain Pose with breath focus
- 5 minutes duration
Day 2: Gentle Movement and Circulation
- Modified Cat-Cow Stretch
- 8 minutes duration
Day 3: Supported Forward Folds
- Seated Forward Fold with props
- 10 minutes duration
Day 4: Heart-Opening Poses
- Supported Fish Pose
- 12 minutes duration
Day 5: Balance and Stability
- Modified Tree Pose
- 10 minutes duration
Day 6: Restorative Flow
- Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose
- 15 minutes duration
Day 7: Integration and Reflection
- Complete Gentle Flow
- 20 minutes duration
Safety Guidelines:
- Get medical clearance first
- Avoid full inversions and intense backbends
- Move slowly and use props for support
- Focus on gentle movements and breathing
- Stop if you feel dizzy or unwell