O for "Open Chest pose" (Matsyasana)

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Matsyasana (Fish pose/Open chest pose) stretches and stimulates the organs of digestive and respiratory systems. While it relieves tension is the neck, shoulders and the throat area, it also stretches the muscles of the hips and rips. This pose is proven to have therapeutic benefits for asthma, rounded shoulders and many respiratory disorders. 

Read my earlier post on N for Navasana.

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N for "Navasana"

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Navasana (Boat pose) strengthens the abdominal muscles, the legs and the lower back. It relieves stress, improve digestion and aid the lower abdominal organs such as kidney, thyroid, prostate and intestines.

Read my earlier post on M for Mayurasana.

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M for "Mayurasana"

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Mayurasana (Peacock pose) strengthens the wrists, elbows and shoulders. It relieves digestive ailments and increases blood circulation throughout the abdominal organs. While it revitalizes the pancreas also supports the functionality of reproductive organs and sexual function.

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L for "Lolasana"

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Lolasana (Pendant pose) helps to strengthen wrists, tone arms and develop abdominal muscles along with back muscles.

Read my earlier post on K for Kurmasana.

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K for "Kurmasana"

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Kurmasana (Tortoise pose) helps in stretching one's back and legs while stretching the hamstrings. It improves the functioning of the digestive and respiratory systems and elongates the spine. Therapeutic benefits include increase in mental clarity and memory due to increased blood flow to the brain. 

Read my earlier post on J for Janu Sirsasana

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J for "Janu Sirsasana"

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Janu Sirsasana (Head to knee forward bend) stretches the spine, shoulders, hamstrings and groins. While it stimulates the liver and kidneys, it improves digestion and relieve symptoms of menopause in women. It relieves anxiety, fatigue and cures blood pressure, insomnia and sinusitis.

Read my earlier post on I for Inclined plank pose (Purvottanasana).

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I for "Inclined Plank pose" (Purvottanasana)

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Purvottanasana (Inclined Upward Plank pose) strengthens the triceps, wrists, back, and legs while stretching the shoulders, chest, and front ankles. It helps to free the mind to awaken thinking on new possibilities.

Read my earlier post on H for Halasana.

Disclaimer: Yoga creates simple to complex impacts on the physical body. Make sure you consult your doctor and start the practice with a trained teacher.