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Plank Pose
A foundational pose that builds strength in the core, shoulders, and arms, and also enhances stability and endurance.
Shoulder Stand
An inversion known as the 'Queen of asanas', which benefits the entire body by improving digestion, circulation and calming the nervous system.
Bow Pose
A prone backbend that stretches the front of the body, strengthens the back muscles, and enhances posture.
Chair Pose
A standing pose that strengthens the thighs and ankles, while also toning the shoulders, butt, hips, and back.
Half Moon Pose
A balancing pose that strengthens the thighs and ankles, and stretches the hamstrings and calves.
Pigeon Pose
A deep hip opener that can relieve tension in the hips and lower back while also stretching the thighs and groin.
Happy Baby Pose
A grounding pose that stretches the inner groins and spine, calms the mind and relieves stress.
Mountain Pose
A grounding pose that improves posture, balance, and calmness by aligning the body and mind.
Upward-Facing Dog
A backbend that strengthens the spine, arms, and wrists, and opens the chest and shoulders.
Child's Pose
A resting pose that gently stretches the hips, thighs, and ankles while reducing stress and fatigue.
Triangle Pose
A pose that stretches the legs, muscles around the knee, hips, groin, hamstrings, and spine; also helps relieve stress.
Corpse Pose
A restorative pose often used for relaxation at the end of a yoga session that allows the body to absorb the benefits of practice.
Camel Pose
A kneeling backbend that opens up the chest, improves spinal flexibility, and stimulates the abdominal organs.
Boat Pose
A seated pose that strengthens the core and hip flexors, improves balance and stimulates the kidneys, thyroid and intestines.
Tree Pose
A balancing pose that strengthens the thighs, calves, ankles, and spine while improving mental focus.
Seated Forward Bend
A seated pose that stretches the hamstrings and spine, and can help calm the mind and reduce stress.
Crow Pose
A balancing posture that strengthens the arms and wrists, engages the core, and improves focus and balance.
Cobra Pose
A backbend that strengthens the spine, opens the chest for better lung capacity, and stimulates abdominal organs.
Warrior I
A standing pose that strengthens the legs, opens the hips and chest, and improves focus and balance.
Bridge Pose
A reclined backbend that strengthens the back muscles, stretches the chest, and may improve digestion.
Legs-Up-The-Wall Pose
A restorative inversion that allows for relaxation of the legs, may reduce swelling in the lower limbs, and can help with mild backaches.
Downward-Facing Dog
An inverted V-shape pose that stretches the hamstrings, strengthens the arms, and helps calm the mind.
Warrior II
A deep lunge with open hips and arms extended which enhances stamina, balance and concentration.
Fish Pose
A reclined backbend that opens the chest, stretches the throat, and is said to alleviate respiratory ailments.
Headstand
An advanced inversion that stimulates the brain, strengthens the upper body, and improves circulation.
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