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Celebrity trainer Vinod Channa shares yoga for flexibility and injury prevention. (Instagram)<\/p>\nSedentary routines, long working hours and lack of stretching often lead to stiffness in the hamstrings, lower back and inner thighs. Over time, this tightness can affect posture, mobility and overall comfort.<\/p>\n
Celebrity trainer Vinod Channa shares yoga for flexibility and injury prevention. (Instagram)<\/p>\n
Highlighting a natural and time-tested way to address these issues, celebrity fitness trainer<\/a> Vinod Channa, who has worked with Nita Ambani and Anant Ambani during their weight loss journeys, showcases an ancient Hindu warrior yoga practice designed to loosen tight muscles and improve flexibility. (Also read: Fortis Delhi gastroenterologist explains why \u20184 in 5 Indians are vitamin D deficient\u2019 despite good diet and sunlight<\/a> )<\/p>\n Vinod shares in his January 19 Instagram post, \u201cThis one will loosen up your stiff hamstrings, lower back<\/a> and inner thighs. A solid hip opener for tight hips, plus it demands strength from your legs. You can include this workout before or after your training session, or even do it separately as a dynamic workout.\u201d<\/p>\n How to perform ancient Hindu warrior yoga posesStart in a standing position with feet hip-width apart, spine tall and shoulders relaxedStep one leg back, keeping the front knee bent and the back leg straight, grounding your feet firmlyRaise both arms overhead or extend them outward, engaging your coreHold the posture<\/a> for 20\u201330 seconds, breathing deeply and steadilySwitch sides and repeat, focusing on slow, controlled movements rather than force<\/p>\n These poses are usually performed mindfully, ensuring alignment and balance, which helps prevent injury while maximising flexibility.<\/p>\n