Why Do Women Need to Practice Shuanglei?
Many people like to practice the Shuanglei style, and teachers generally advise women to practice Shuanglei more. So, why do you need to practice Shuanglei more? What are the benefits of practicing Shuanglei for women?
Benefits of Shuanglei
For women, Shuanglei can help open the pelvic area, effectively stimulate the nervous system, relax body and mental stress, relieve menstrual pain, and improve irregular menstruation.
At the same time, Shuanglei can promote blood circulation in the pelvic area and abdomen, nourishing the uterus and ovaries better, balancing hormones, and helping the uterus and ovaries remain young and healthy. For pregnant women, regularly practicing this posture can help reduce pain during childbirth.
Furthermore, Shuanglei also has the following benefits:
Stretch the inner thigh muscles
Relieve sciatica pain
Prevent varicose veins
As a posture for breathing control and meditation
How to do Shuanglei
Staff posture sitting, legs extended,
Bend the left knee, the back of the left foot close to the perineum, the sole of the foot pressed tightly against the inner thigh
Bend the right knee, feet together, heel, thumb of the big toe touch
Hands clasped together, grasp the toes, inhale, body stand up straight
Exhale, knees downward to the floor, body forward bend
Bend the body to a height suitable for yourself, keep the back stretched
Shuanglei precautions
1. If the back cannot be upright or the back is too tight, you can pad a blanket under the hips, or lean against the wall
2. Do not use force to push the knees down, you can use your hand to assist in rotating the thighs, helping the knees open better.
3. If the knee hurts, you can wiggle the muscles on the back of the calf, creating space for the knee joint; or let the feet be further from the groin.
4. If the hip is too tight, you can practice more opening hip exercises, such as frog pose, lying swan pose, etc.
5. Pregnant women can also choose to practice supine Shuanglei, if you feel uncomfortable with your legs, you can put a yoga brick or pillow under your knees to support
A simple posture with great effects. So, practice Shuanglei when you have time!
