In Pics | Yoga poses to keep your heart healthy

It is a well-known fact that a person's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) can be lowered with the help of a healthy and fit lifestyle. However, not many know that one can do good for their heart with simple yoga asanas. Here we list some easy yoga asanas that will boost cardiovascular health.

This pose is extremely helpful in improving breathing, relieving tension, and enhancing blood circulation. Credit: Getty Images

This pose stretches and strengthens the chest, torso, and legs to promote increased stamina. Credit: DH Photo

Padmasana: This pose will help stretch the spine and chest and relieve stress. This is also therapeutic for people with high blood pressure. Credit: DH Photo

Apart from stretching the body muscles, this pose helps in relaxing your hamstrings and groin. It may also help relieve anxiety and fatigue. Credit: Instagram/theinneryogi_miami

This asana helps in improving blood pressure issues and also benefits in relieving stress. Credit: DH Photo

This pose stretches the hips and thighs while relaxing the mind and reducing stress. It also helps in proper blood flow to the heart. Credit: DH Photo