YOUR DAILY WORKOUT

Try two simple yoga postures to help ease stress, regulate breathing, and relieve pain

Vajrasana: Kneel on a yoga mat. Pull knees and ankles together. The bottoms of your feet should face upwards; place the toes of your right foot on the toes of your left. Sit on your legs. Remember to take the weight off your knees. Your thighs should sit on your calves and buttocks on your heels. Sit in this position for 10 minutes, breathing in and out slowly.

Padmasana or lotus position: Sit with your legs outstretched, spine straight. Slowly spread your legs. Now fold your right leg and place your right foot on your left thigh. The sole should face upwards and the heel should be close to your abdomen. Now do the same with your left foot and right thigh. Once your legs are crisscrossed, put your hands on your knees. Breathe in and out for two to three minutes. (Don't try either of these exercises if you have ankle or knee pain, any spinal cord injury or intestinal problems like ulcers or hernia).