Yoga offers one of the most beneficial physical activities to maintain a healthy and inspired lifestyle. There are a variety of poses to choose from, and each provides its own unique benefit. The following poses are ideal for beginners, as they are simple yet effective.
Cat-Cow
Conveniently done in the same motion, this pose is an effective combination for warming up the spine and neck. It twists and stretches the spine and is great for the the lumbar muscles.
Downward Facing Dog
The classic and shouldn’t-be-forgotten pose. It’s extremely beneficial for stretching and strengthening the throat, shoulders, arms, hands, abdominals, and legs. The down dog position gets more effective with each repetition.
Warrior I
This pose is great for improving postural alignment, increasing strength and energy in the legs, and stretching the hips, chest and shoulders. It’s a focal point for strength building and improved balance.
Cobra
Cobra pose focuses on the back muscles and stretches them out by placing body weight on the arms. This pose helps relieve back pain, improves posture, and helps eliminate stress.
Tree Pose
A perfect exercise for focus and balance. This one-legged pose improves flexibility, reduces flat feet, prevents muscular imbalances between the left and right sides of the body, and increases composure.
Mountain Pose
A great pose for improving posture, strengthening the lower back, and bringing mindfulness to the moment. It’s a powerful pose for aspiring yogis to learn and can easily be incorporated into an ongoing practice.
Half Sun Salutation
This is a great introduction to sun salutations and vinyasa. It helps improve strength, flexibility, balance, and reduces anxiety and stress. It also gives the body and mind a chance to take in energy, as focusing on the breath is essential for this pose.
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