Yoga is a great activity very beneficial to our mental, physical and spiritual health. It helps us to bring awareness to our body and develop a better connection to our inner self. And if you are just starting to practice yoga, it’s important to start off with the right yoga poses. Here are the top 10 yoga poses that are suited perfectly to beginners just starting out with their practice!
Mountain Pose
The mountain pose or the Tadasana is the foundational pose of all poses. It’s the perfect place to start! It helps bring awareness to the body and focus on the breath. Stand with your feet firmly rooted on the ground, then gently raise your hands above your head and bring your palms together in Anjali Mudra. Make sure your feet are close together and your shoulders are relaxed. As you inhale, elongate your spine and as you exhale draw your naval back in!
Tree Pose
The Tree Pose not only looks beautiful but it’s a great way to improve your balance. Start by standing in mountain pose and shifting your weight to one leg. Raise your hands above your head and bring your palms together in Anjali Mudra. Now, bring your foot up high onto your inner thigh and make sure your knee is facing outwards. If you can, root your foot into your inner thigh and raise your hands above your head to bring awareness to your body. Once you master the tree pose, you can also put your palms together in front of your heart to deepen the posture.
Downward-Facing Dog
The down facing dog is one of the most iconic yoga poses out there and is perfect for beginners. Its a great way to stretch out your entire body and release any tension that may be held. Start by coming onto your hands and knees, making sure to keep your arms shoulder-width apart and your hands shoulder-width apart. Now, press back into your legs and lift your hips up towards the sky. Make sure your knees are slightly bent and your feet are firmly rooted into the ground.
Chair Pose
The chair pose is great for strengthening your lower body and improving your overall flexibility. Stand up tall and life your hands above your head. Now, bend your knees, as if you were going to sit in a chair. Make sure to keep your spine tall, your shoulders relaxed and your gaze forward. If you would like to deepen your chair pose, you can bring your arms forward and clasp your hands in front of you. Hold this pose for 10-20 deep breaths.
Cobra Pose
The cobra pose is great for relieving tension in the back and opening up your chest. Lie down on your stomach and come onto the tops of your feet. Now, press your palms firmly into the ground and gently lift your chest off the ground. Make sure to keep your legs on the ground, your shoulders away from your ears, and your gaze forward. Hold the pose for 10-20 deep breaths and then slowly release and come back down.
Bridge Pose
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