{"id":45861,"date":"2022-08-23T02:29:01","date_gmt":"2022-08-23T02:29:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=45861"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"heart-opening-yoga-poses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/","title":{"rendered":"Heart Opening Yoga Poses: 10 Moves To Invite More Love And Energy Into Your Life"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#1_Cobra_Pose_Bhujangasana\" >1. Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#2_Upward_Dog_Pose_Urdhva_Mukha_Svanasana\" >2. Upward Dog Pose (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#3_Cat-Cow_Pose_Marjaryasana-Bitilasana\" >3. Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#4_Camel_Pose_Ustrasana\" >4. Camel Pose (Ustrasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#5_Wheel_Pose_Urdhva_Dhanurasana\" >5. Wheel Pose (Urdhva Dhanurasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#6_Fish_Pose_Matsyasana\" >6. Fish Pose (Matsyasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#7_Bridge_Pose_Setu_Bandha_Sarvangasana\" >7. Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#8_Supine_Spinal_Twist_Supta_Matsyendrasana\" >8. Supine Spinal Twist (Supta Matsyendrasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#9_Bow_Pose_Dhanurasana\" >9. Bow Pose (Dhanurasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#10_Sphinx_Pose_Salamba_Bhujangasana\" >10. Sphinx Pose (Salamba Bhujangasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#What_Is_Heart_Opening_In_Yoga\" >What Is Heart Opening In Yoga?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#Breath-Work_For_Heart_Opening\" >Breath-Work For Heart Opening<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#1_Alternate_Nostril_Breathing_Nadi_Shodhana\" >1. Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#2_Lions_Breath_Simhasana\" >2. Lion&#8217;s Breath (Simhasana)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#3_Heart_Chakra_Breath_Anahata_Pranayama\" >3. Heart Chakra Breath (Anahata Pranayama)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#4_Rolling_Breath_Ujjayi_Pranayama\" >4. Rolling Breath (Ujjayi Pranayama)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#Journaling_Prompts_For_Heart_Opening\" >Journaling Prompts For Heart Opening<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/heart-opening-yoga-poses\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spending hours hunched over a computer or smartphone can leave you feeling drained, both physically and emotionally. For those who are looking for a way to boost their energy and mood, try practicing some heart opening yoga poses. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart openers help to improve your posture by lengthening the muscles in your chest and shoulders. They also can increase your flexibility and range of motion. But perhaps most importantly, these poses can help you feel more open, loving, and connected. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s explore what some of the best heart opening yoga poses are and how they can help you invite more love and energy into your life\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Cobra_Pose_Bhujangasana\"><\/span><strong>1. Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cobra pose is a wonderful <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chair-yoga-for-seniors\/\">heart opener<\/a> that can also help to strengthen your back and improve your posture (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To practice a cobra pose:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your stomach with your legs straight, feet pointed away and your palms placed flat on the ground next to your shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, begin to lift your chest off of the ground. Keep your hips and legs firmly rooted to the mat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the pose for 3-5 breaths before releasing back to the ground on an exhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Upward_Dog_Pose_Urdhva_Mukha_Svanasana\"><\/span><strong>2. Upward Dog Pose (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upward dog is <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bikram-yoga-poses\/\">another great pose<\/a> for opening up your chest and shoulders while also strengthening your arms and back (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To do an upward dog:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a prone position with your palms flat on the ground and your legs extended behind you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, begin to press up into an upward dog position. Keep your shoulders blades back and down as you lift your chest toward the sky.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the pose for 3-5 breaths before releasing back to the ground on an exhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Cat-Cow_Pose_Marjaryasana-Bitilasana\"><\/span><strong>3. Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This simple pose is often performed as a warm-up, but it\u2019s also an excellent heart opener. The flowing movement between cat and cow can help to increase your flexibility while also massaging your spine (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To cat-cow:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a tabletop position with your palms flat on the ground and your knees hip-width apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, drop your belly toward the ground and lift your gaze skyward, opening up your chest. This is a cow pose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you exhale, tuck your chin to your chest and round your back toward the sky, pushing your back toward your heels. This is a cat pose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue to flow between these two poses, moving with your breath for 5-10 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41635 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5918-1024x576.png\" alt=\"heart opening yoga poses\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5918.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5918-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5918.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5918-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-5918.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Camel_Pose_Ustrasana\"><\/span><strong>4. Camel Pose (Ustrasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Camel pose is a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chair-yoga-poses-to-de-stress\/\">beautiful heart opener<\/a> that also can help to stretch your entire front body. If you have any neck pain, be sure to practice this pose with caution and refrain from turning your head to look up at your hands (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To practice this:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a kneeling position with your thighs parallel to each other and your knees hip-width apart. Rest your hands on your low back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, begin to lift your chest and gaze skyward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you exhale, lean back, reaching your hands toward your feet. You can also place your hands on the soles of your feet if you can\u2019t quite reach your heels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the pose for 3-5 breaths before coming back to an upright position on an inhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lying-down-yoga-pose\/\"><i>Lying Down Yoga Poses For When You Need To Unwind<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Wheel_Pose_Urdhva_Dhanurasana\"><\/span><strong>5. Wheel Pose (Urdhva Dhanurasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wheel pose is an advanced heart opener that requires a great deal of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chair-yoga-poses\/\">flexibility and strength<\/a>. If you\u2019re new to this pose, you may want to practice with your feet against a wall for support (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To wheel pose:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start lying on your back with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent. Place your palms on the ground next to your shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, press into your hands and feet to lift your hips and chest off of the ground, coming into an upside down \u201cV\u201d shape.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the pose for 3-5 breaths before releasing back to the ground on an exhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Fish_Pose_Matsyasana\"><\/span><strong>6. Fish Pose (Matsyasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fish pose is a restorative heart opener that can help to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-blocks-use\/\">relieve tension<\/a> in your neck and shoulders. If you have any lower back pain, place a rolled blanket under your hips for support (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To fish pose:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start lying on your back with your legs extended and your arms resting at your sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, begin to press your forearms and elbows into the ground as you lift your chest off of the ground. If it\u2019s comfortable for your neck, you can also open your gaze skyward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the pose for 3-5 breaths before releasing back to the ground on an exhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Bridge_Pose_Setu_Bandha_Sarvangasana\"><\/span><strong>7. Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bridge pose is another great heart opener that can also help to stretch your chest, neck, and spine. If you have any lower back pain, place a rolled blanket under your hips for support (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To practice:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start lying on your back with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent. Place your arms at your sides with your palms facing down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, begin to press into your feet and lift your hips and chest off of the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the pose for 3-5 breaths before releasing back to the ground on an exhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38870 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5661-1024x576.png\" alt=\"heart opening yoga poses\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5661.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5661-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5661.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5661-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5661.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Supine_Spinal_Twist_Supta_Matsyendrasana\"><\/span><strong>8. Supine Spinal Twist (Supta Matsyendrasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supine spinal twist is a gentle heart opener that can also help to release tension in your low back. If you have any neck pain, be sure to practice this pose with caution and refrain from turning your head to look over your shoulder (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) .<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To do a supine spinal twist:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start lying on your back with your legs extended and your arms spread out to the sides in a \u201cT\u201d position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, begin to draw your right knee to cross over your body to the left. Ensure that your shoulders remain flat on the ground as you twist<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you exhale, return your right leg to an extended position. Repeat on the other side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! Install the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\">experience the versatility first-hand<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Bow_Pose_Dhanurasana\"><\/span><strong>9. Bow Pose (Dhanurasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bow <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/office-yoga\/\">pose<\/a> is a deep heart opener that can also help to stretch your entire front body. If you have any lower back pain, place a rolled blanket under your hips for support (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To bow pose:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start lying on your stomach with your legs extended behind you and your arms resting at your sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a prone backend, reach your arms back to grasp your ankles as you lift your chest and legs off of the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the pose for 3-5 breaths before releasing back to the ground on an exhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Sphinx_Pose_Salamba_Bhujangasana\"><\/span><strong>10. Sphinx Pose (Salamba Bhujangasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sphinx pose is a beginner-friendly heart opener that can <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-levels\/\">help to stretch<\/a> your chest, shoulders, and abs. If you have any lower back pain, place a rolled blanket under your hips for support (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.nasm.org\/fitness\/heart-opening-yoga-poses-upper-crossed-syndrome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start lying on your stomach with your legs extended behind you and your arms resting at your sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prop yourself up on your elbows as you begin to lift your chest off of the ground. Keep your gaze forward as you hold the pose for 3-5 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38860 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5182-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5182.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5182-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5182.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5182.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Heart_Opening_In_Yoga\"><\/span><strong>What Is Heart Opening In Yoga?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart openers are a class of yoga asanas (postures) that open the chest and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-to-avoid\/\">heart center<\/a>. This term isn&#8217;t limited to postures, it also refers to breath-work, meditations, journaling and deep introspection that work together to open the heart chakra.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what&#8217;s the heart chakra and how does heart opening help? Here&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hatha-yoga-vs-vinyasa\/\">what you need to know<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The heart chakra, or Anahata in Sanskrit, is the fourth chakra. It&#8217;s located in the center of the chest and is associated with the element of air. The heart chakra governs our ability to give and receive love (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artofliving.org\/us-en\/blog\/heart-chakra-fourth-anahata\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When it&#8217;s open and balanced, we feel confident and compassionate. We&#8217;re able to connect with others and ourselves on a deeper level.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, many of us develop a &#8220;shield&#8221; around our heart chakra as a result of trauma or heartbreak. This can lead to feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression. We may find it difficult to give or receive love.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This shield may also be physical when we&#8217;ve adopted poor posture habits such as slouching or rounding our shoulders. Our chest muscles and posture can become tight, making it difficult to take deep breaths (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/health-effects-of-poor-posture\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This can further compound the problem by leading to shallow breathing and feelings of anxiety.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart openers help to release this tension both physically and emotionally. They encourage us to breathe deeply, which helps to oxygenate the blood and calm the nervous system. They stretch the chest muscles, increasing our lung capacity and improving our posture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And on an emotional level, heart openers help us to release old traumas and pain so that we can open ourselves up to giving and receiving love once again. As we release the physical tension, we also create space for emotional healing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sofa-yoga-for-seniors\/\"><i>Sofa Yoga For Seniors Who Have Limited Mobility<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breath-Work_For_Heart_Opening\"><\/span><strong>Breath-Work For Heart Opening<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to asanas, breath-work is an important component of heart opening. The following breath-work exercises can help to open the heart chakra and encourage feelings of love and compassion (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6137615\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Alternate_Nostril_Breathing_Nadi_Shodhana\"><\/span><strong>1. Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternate nostril breathing is a simple but effective breath-work exercise that can help to calm the mind and ease anxiety. It&#8217;s also a great way to prepare for meditation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To practice the alternate nostril breathing:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit in a comfortable position with your eyes closed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your right thumb over your right nostril and your left pinky over your left nostril.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0inhale deeply through your left nostril, then close off your left nostril with your pinky as you exhale through your right nostril.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale through your right nostril, then close it off with your thumb as you exhale through your left nostril.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue alternating sides for 5-10 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38847 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5569-1024x576.png\" alt=\"heart opening yoga poses\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5569.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5569-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5569.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5569.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Lions_Breath_Simhasana\"><\/span><strong>2. Lion&#8217;s Breath (Simhasana)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lion&#8217;s breath is a playful breath-work exercise that can help to relieve stress and tension. It&#8217;s also a great way to release any excess energy before bedtime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To do the lion&#8217;s breath:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a seated position with your legs crossed in front of you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands on your knees with your palms facing down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, open your mouth wide and stick out your tongue.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale through your mouth, making an &#8220;ahh&#8221; sound as you close your mouth and return to resting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Heart_Chakra_Breath_Anahata_Pranayama\"><\/span><strong>3. Heart Chakra Breath (Anahata Pranayama)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This breath-work exercise is specifically designed to open the heart chakra. It&#8217;s a good choice if you&#8217;re looking to release old emotional pain or trauma.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To do heart chakra breath:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit in a comfortable position with your eyes closed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your left hand on your heart and your right hand on your belly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, feel your heart opening as you expand your chest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale fully, then repeat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Dropping pounds by the dozens without putting yourself through the wringer is everyone\u2019s weight loss pipe dream. But what if we told you that the BetterMe app can make that happen? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\">Keep yourself in prime shape<\/a> with our fat-blasting workouts, delicious budget-sparing recipes, and body-transforming challenges with our app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Rolling_Breath_Ujjayi_Pranayama\"><\/span><strong>4. Rolling Breath (Ujjayi Pranayama)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rolling breath is a great way to calm the mind and ease anxiety. It&#8217;s also helpful in promoting deep, restful sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rolling breath:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit in a comfortable position with your eyes closed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands on your knees with your palms facing down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you inhale, focus on the sensation of the air moving through your nose and into your lungs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale fully, then repeat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38837 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110-1024x576.png\" alt=\"heart opening yoga poses\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5110.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Journaling_Prompts_For_Heart_Opening\"><\/span><strong>Journaling Prompts For Heart Opening<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alongside asanas and breath-work, journaling can also be helpful in opening the heart chakra. The following prompts can help you to explore your emotions and release any old pain or trauma that&#8217;s been holding you back.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What does it feel like to breathe deeply?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How does your body feel when you allow yourself to let go of tension?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What emotions come up for you when you practice heart openers?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What do you need more of in your life right now: love, compassion, understanding, or something else?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can you open your heart to others? How can you let go of judgment and criticism?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What old emotional pain do you need to release in order to make space for more love and compassion in your life?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who do you need to forgive? Why are you holding on to this resentment?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are some things you can do to show more love and compassion to yourself?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can you bring more light and love into your life on a daily basis?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who or what do you need to let go of in order to make space for more love in your life?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart opening yoga poses, breath-work <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/aerial-yoga-benefits\/\">exercises<\/a>, and journaling prompts can all be helpful in opening the heart chakra. Not only do they give physical and emotional benefits, but they can also help to create more space for love and compassion in your life. Start with one or two of these practices and see how you feel \u2013 you may be surprised at the difference it makes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=933&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Heart_Opening_Yoga_Poses\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spending hours hunched over a computer or smartphone can leave you feeling drained, both physically and emotionally. 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For those who are looking for a way to boost their energy and mood, try practicing some heart opening yoga poses. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Heart openers help to improve your posture by lengthening the muscles in your chest and shoulders. They also can increase your flexibility and range of motion. But perhaps most importantly, these poses can help you feel more open, loving, and connected. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Let's explore what some of the best heart opening yoga poses are and how they can help you invite more love and energy into your life\u2026<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2><strong>1. 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