3 Best Poses For Fuller Figures

Some Yoga poses present a problem for plus size women. A standing-forward bend can force a larger belly to block breathing. Women with curvier body types need to be more mindful of their size and what they can and cannot do. One helpful tip is to actually move or adjust the belly by pushing the belly to the side to bend over further. Yoga is all about maintaining form, and this move can help achieve that.

But if that sounds too complicated and awkward, we've provided the five best poses for you which offer the greatest benefit. First, to practice Yoga in comfort, you'll need a pair of pants, leggings, or shorts that stretch. We recommend Yoga pants. Check out our soft stretch fabrics that cling to the contours of your body without feeling tight and constricting.  Our Yoga pants are truly the most comfortable because they are breathable, odor-resistant, and made of antimicrobial fabrics which leave you feeling dry, cool, and fresh.

So let's begin. Downward Facing Dog is one of the best poses you can do. It It stretches your spine, hamstrings, glutes, calves, and strengthens your deltoids and triceps. In time, you can say goodbye to those nasty loose pieces of hanging flab under your triceps. Start on all fours with your feet and knees hip-width apart. Place your hands shoulder-width apart, and spread your fingers out. Pressing through your hands, lift your knees off the floor and straighten your legs. You can modify this for ease by gently bending your knees instead. Walk your hands forward a few inches and your feet back a few inches so you can lengthen the pose. Squeeze your thighs as your press back and press your heels back toward the floor. Relax your head and neck and allow your shoulders to slide down toward your feet. Breathe deeply and hold for one minute. Good!

Warrior III is going to make you feel like a superstar! This powerful pose will grace you with long, lean and toned arms and legs, and a stronger core. It's easy, too. From a standing position, step your feet about four feet apart. Turn your right foot so the toes point toward the front of your mat. Turn your left foot 30 degrees. Raise your arms to shoulder height, parallel with the floor, palms face down. Bend your right knee so your shin and thigh make a 90-degree angle. Tuck your tailbone down as you draw in your belly. Hold for five deep breaths, inhaling and exhaling through your nose. Straighten the right leg and repeat on the opposite side.

Want to feel fierce? Try the Fierce Pose. It stretches your spine, strengthens your quads, and provides support around your knees, making them less injury-prone. This pose also enhances your posture to make you feel taller and more confident. Start by stepping your feet hip-width apart, spread through your toes to create a stable stance. While raising your arms upward, palms facing each other, bend your knees and stick your butt back as if you were getting ready to sit into a chair. Pull in your belly to prevent lower back curving. Put all your eight into your heels and make sure your knees do not extend past your toes. Hold for five deep breaths, breathing in and out through your nose. Rest for one minute and repeat.

Try mastering these three powerful poses and you'll be feeling stronger, leaner, more toned, and more empowered in no time! You'll be ready to take on the world--or at least more poses.

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