Bow posture
Going to yoga class is not the best idea when you have nasal congestion, however, practicing certain postures of this oriental discipline at home can help relieve obstructions in the nose.
In this note we advise you three yoga poses that, since they serve to open the chest and improve circulation, will restore fluidity to your nasal breathing.
The bridge is a gentle and effective way to open the chest and send fresh blood to the head. Lie on the mat facing the ceiling. Stretch your hands out to your sides and bend your knees, bringing your feet closer to your buttocks and keeping them hip-width apart. Now use your thighs and belly to push your pelvis up. Without lowering your hips, pass your hands under your back and interlock your fingers. Push against the ground to get higher. Hold the position for 30 seconds. Slowly return to the beginning with an exhale, going down vertebra by vertebra.
The camel pose will relax your chest and back while oxygenates your ducts. Kneel down and place your hands on your heels. Bend your back back toward your feet with your head until you feel the stretch. Relax your neck and let your head drop naturally. Hold the position for five breaths. If your hands are not reaching your heels or it hurts, you can place them on your lower back, with your toes pointing downward.
The third and final pose in this series for relieving nasal congestion is called the arch. Lie down with your belly against the mat and try to grab your ankles with your hands, flexing your neck, back, and knees. If done correctly, the body takes the shape of an arch, hence its name. Hold the position for five breaths and relax. The bow will help open your neck and chest, which will lead to better breathing.