Relieve painful IBS symptoms with yoga-inspired stretches

We’ve tried these yoga-inspired stretches, specifically targeted to relieve symptoms of IBS, and have been amazed at the results. We hope they help you as much as they have us.

This joyful pose will make your tummy very happy. Yoga International explains to get into the pose, begin by lying on your back, hugging your knees into your chest. Let your knees drop wide apart, and reach the soles of your feet toward the ceiling. Keep your legs bent, with your feet directly over your knees. Hold on to the big toes or the sides of your feet. Relax into the pose, dropping the shoulder blades to the ground. Breath 10 deep breathes.

Stretch out your digestive track with gate pose. Yoga International says to start this pose with kneeling. Stretch your right leg out to the right, keeping the heel on the ground, foot flat and toes reaching to the floor. Inhale and lift your left arm up. Exhale and lean your torso over the right leg. Rest your right hand on a block, the floor, or your shin. Feel the breath in the left rib cage, waist, and belly. Stay in this pose for 5 to 10 breaths, then repeat on the other side. After practicing this posture on both sides, return to kneeling. Place your hands on your side ribs, and feel the movement of the breath under your hands. Inhale and exhale patiently and fully, letting your rib cage expand and contract.