Yoga

Mother-to-be? Try these safe yoga poses for your second trimester

During the second trimester, gentle prenatal yoga enhances flexibility, strength, and emotional well-being while bonding mother and baby. Safe poses like Warrior, Butterfly, and Thunderbolt improve circulation, posture, and calmness through mindful breathing and cooling pranayamas.
22 October 2025, 10:04 AM

Say goodbye to back pain with these simple yoga poses

Spine issues are rising in Bangladesh due to sedentary lifestyles, poor posture, and digital device overuse. On World Spine Day, experts recommend yoga poses like Pigeon, Camel, and Shoulder Stand to improve spinal health naturally.
16 October 2025, 11:44 AM

Why many moms lean toward home remedies during pregnancy

Expectant mothers are embracing natural therapies like yoga, Ayurveda, acupressure, massage, and aromatherapy for safer, holistic pregnancy care. These traditional practices ease discomforts, reduce stress, and promote emotional balance, offering a nurturing path toward calm, confident motherhood.
15 October 2025, 10:18 AM

Calm the mind and body with simple yoga breath practices

Pranayama breathwork enhances vitality, lung capacity, and mental clarity by balancing body and mind. Slow, nasal breathing stimulates the vagus nerve, promotes relaxation, boosts oxygen flow, and supports emotional regulation for overall well-being.
22 September 2025, 09:36 AM

Yoga: Path to a healthier heart

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), heart disease is the leading cause of death in the world.
16 September 2025, 08:15 AM

Preventing dementia through yoga

High cortisol levels — produced during prolonged stress — can damage the hippocampus
24 April 2025, 09:34 AM

Work out, not burn out: Your Ramadan workout guide

Stay fit this Ramadan by exercising wisely. Work out an hour after iftar, start with light cardio, incorporate yoga for flexibility, and stay hydrated. Complement workouts with green tea to boost metabolism and overall well-being.
3 March 2025, 16:07 PM

How wellness retreats can boost mental health

Wellness retreats offer a transformative break from routine, blending meditation, yoga, and nature’s healing power. They promote inner peace, rejuvenation, and personal growth, providing tools to return home refreshed, balanced, and reconnected with oneself.
27 January 2025, 07:29 AM

Sankalpa: Your personal mantra for a meaningful year

A sankalpa, often translated as “intention” or “resolve,” is a heartfelt vow that aligns your inner purpose with your actions. Unlike traditional New Year’s resolutions that focus on external achievements, a sankalpa emerges from your core desires and is rooted in a sense of self-awareness.
5 January 2025, 11:19 AM

A journey to holistic wellness

The Dhaka Flow Festival 2024 has been a celebration of mindfulness and connection, set against the buzzing backdrop of Gulshan Society Lake Park. For two days, the park transformed into a vibrant hub where people from all walks of life—children, young adults, and the elderly, gathered to embrace wellness, creativity, and community.
14 December 2024, 12:20 PM

Yoga, dance moves, and a healthier mind: Sonia Hossain’s wellness secrets

Sonia Hossain, dancer and Zumba instructor, transformed her love of movement into a wellness journey blending dance, yoga, and mental health. She encourages people of all ages to embrace dance for physical and emotional well-being.
6 November 2024, 12:15 PM

Tired of sucking in your belly? Try these yoga moves to shrink it for real

Eliza Chowdhury, a seasoned yoga instructor with certifications from India and Thailand, shares 5 yoga poses that are particularly effective for targeting and reducing belly fat.
13 October 2024, 10:45 AM

Free classes, no flexibility required! A banker’s unlikely yoga mission

As the soft rays of the sun peek through the trees at Dhanmondi Lake, a group of women spread their yoga mats. Md Rokanuzzaman Tutul, their instructor, fusses over the arrangement of mats, ensuring ample space is available for effective movement. This is the usual scenario you may encounter if you happen to visit Dhanmondi Lake on a fine morning.
19 September 2024, 10:43 AM

Dhaka Flow’s grand opening: Finally, a place to heal your mind, body, and spirit

Dhaka Flow inaugurated its Health & Healing Studio on 7 September, 2024, in Banani, through a lively event, introducing a new hub for wellness that aims to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual health of its visitors.
8 September 2024, 09:12 AM

Can’t focus? Try these desk hacks that aren’t meditation

Train your brain to focus with these activities: Pomodoro Technique with brain games, desk yoga stretches, mindful walking, tackling the hardest task first, and brain dumps. These habits enhance concentration and mental clarity.
29 August 2024, 11:40 AM

Reiki: The ancient art of waving away your worries

The roots of Reiki trace back to Japan, but its branches have spread worldwide, touching the lives of many seeking holistic wellness.
28 August 2024, 10:50 AM

Mastering the art of face yoga: Exercises for a youthful glow

Much like traditional yoga, which benefits the whole body, face yoga is a practice that goes beyond mere cosmetic improvements, serving as a soothing ritual that alleviates stress. It offers a non-invasive alternative to Botox and plastic surgery through a series of exercises that tone facial muscles, potentially enhancing youthfulness and radiance.
6 August 2024, 08:11 AM

Is yoga the secret to enhancing memory and learning?

Emerging research suggests that yoga may serve as a preventive measure against dementia and cognitive degeneration.
30 June 2024, 07:08 AM

International Yoga Day 2024 in photos

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi performs asana on International Day of Yoga in Srinagar.
21 June 2024, 06:49 AM

Role of mental and physical health in corporate success, explains Shazia Omar

Shazia Omar, a reputed yogini, author, and co-founder of Dhaka Flow, explains why cultivating a supportive and healthy workplace has never been more important.
13 May 2024, 06:57 AM