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TORTOISE POSE Kurmasana (koor-MAHS-uh-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395197227 BENEFITS OF TORTOISE POSE Strengthens the back Tones abdominal muscles Stretches through inner thighs and groin Calms the mind SUMMARY OF TORTOISE POSE Tortoise Pose, or Kurmasana, is an advanced yoga pose which involves a deep forward fold and an intense stretch through the hips and groin. As we round …
TREE POSE Vrksasana (vrik-SHAH-suh-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395086767 BENEFITS OF TREE POSE Stabilizing through ankles Improved sense of balance Strengthens legs and core Opens hips, while stretching groin and thigh SUMMARY OF TREE POSE Tree Pose, or Vrikshasana, is a one-legged standing balance. It’s suitable for practitioners of all levels due to its many available variations, and is …
TRIANGLE POSE Utthita Trikonasana (UT-ti-tuh tri-ko-NAHS-uh-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395193245 BENEFITS OF TRIANGLE POSE Intensely stretches hamstrings Strengthens thighs and groin Tones side core muscles (obliques) Opens through shoulders and chest Improves focus SUMMARY OF TRIANGLE POSE Extended Triangle Pose (“Utthita” meaning extended, “tri” meaning three, “kon” meaning angle and “asana” meaning pose), often shortened to Triangle, is …
UNSUPPORTED SHOULDER STAND POSE Niralamba Sarvangasana (nir-AH-luhm-buh suhr-vuhn-GAHS-uh-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395200965 BENEFITS OF UNSUPPORTED SHOULDER STAND POSE Relieves stress Stimulates thyroid Stretches the back of the neck Tones lower body SUMMARY OF UNSUPPORTED SHOULDER STAND POSE Niralamba Sarvangasana is a step up from Supported Shoulderstand, or Salamba Sarvangasana. While this inversion still relies on shoulders and neck …
UPWARD EXTENDED FEET POSE Urdhva Prasarita Padasana (OORD-vuh pruh-SAH-ri-tuh puh-DAHS-uh-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395194009 BENEFITS OF UPWARD EXTENDED FEET POSE Strengthens lower abdomen Releases spine tension Encourages calm and relaxation SUMMARY OF UPWARD EXTENDED FEET POSE Urdhva Prasarita Padasana is one of those poses that can be wonderful and fruitful both in its active and its passive incarnations. …
UPWARD FACING DOG Urdhva Mukha Shvanasana (OORD-vuh MUK-uh shvuh-NAHS-uh-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395086808 BENEFITS OF UPWARD FACING DOG POSE Strengthening through thighs, buttocks, arms and shoulders Opening through chest and shoulders Lengthening through the hip flexors Weight bearing on wrists SUMMARY OF UPWARD FACING DOG POSE Upward Facing Dog is a name directly translated from Sanskrit (urdhva meaning …
UPWARD FACING TWO-FOOT STAFF POSE Dwi Pada Viparita Dandasana (DWI-puh-duh vi-puh-REE-tuh duhn-DAHS-uh-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395201003 BENEFITS OF UPWARD FACING TWO-FOOT STAFF POSE Opens chest and shoulders Lengthens the front of hips and ankles Releases pressure from the neck SUMMARY OF UPWARD FACING TWO-FOOT STAFF POSE This pose, sometimes called Two-Legged Inverted Staff Pose is a backbend similar …
HALF WHEEL POSE Ardha Urdhva Dhanurasana https://vimeo.com/video/395200676 BENEFITS OF HALF WHEEL POSE Stretches and strengthens the lower and upper back Stabilizes the neck Lengthens the arms and the shoulders Boosts thinking process SUMMARY OF HALF WHEEL POSE Not only is Half Wheel Pose, or Ardha Urdhva Dhanurasana, a preparation pose for the Full Wheel Pose, …
HALF PIGEON POSE Ardha Kapotasana (arta kah-poh-TAHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395192790 BENEFITS OF HALF PIGEON POSE Opens the hips Stretches the quadriceps, the hamstrings and the psoas Lengthens the spine Improves digestion Creates alignment in the body and overall flexibility SUMMARY OF HALF PIGEON POSE Half Pigeon Pose, or Ardha Kapotasana, is a very potent hip opener for …
HALF LOTUS POSE Ardha Padmasana (ARE-dah pod-MAHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395200451 BENEFITS OF HALF LOTUS POSE Promotes healthy knees Improves posture Opens the hips Promotes focus and intention SUMMARY OF HALF LOTUS POSE Half Lotus Pose, or Ardha Padmasana, is a grounding pose which nurtures focus and intention in the practitioner. It lengthens the spine and the tailbone, …
HALF LORD OF THE FISHES Ardha Matsyendrasana (ARE-dah MOT-see- en-DRAHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395197521 BENEFITS OF HALF LORD OF THE FISHES Opens the hips Stretches the hamstrings and the psoas muscles Engages the spine Promotes awareness of breath Improves digestion SUMMARY OF HALF LORD OF THE FISHES The Half Lord of the Fishes Pose, or Ardha Matsyendrasana, offers …
HALF BOW POSE Ardha Dhanurasana (ARE-dah don-your-AHS-anah) https://vimeo.com/video/395193363 BENEFITS OF HALF BOW POSE Improves spine flexibility Opens the chest Lengthens quadriceps and other leg muscles Improves balance Soothes the mind SUMMARY OF HALF BOW POSE Half Bow Pose, or Ardha Dhanurasana, is a truly versatile pose, affecting many areas of the body as well as …
HALF BOUND LOTUS STANDING POSE Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana (are-dah BAH-dah pod-mo-TAH-nahs-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395085874 BENEFITS OF HALF BOUND LOTUS STANDING POSE Promotes healthy posture Relieves arthritis symptoms Cares for healthy knees Lengthens the quadriceps Improves digestion Increases circulation SUMMARY OF HALF BOUND LOTUS STANDING POSE Half Bound Lotus Standing Pose is an intermediate pose perfect for nurturing …
GATE POSE Parighasana (par-ee-GHAH-sah-nah) https://vimeo.com/video/395192746 BENEFITS OF GATE POSE Stretches the hips and the quadriceps muscles Lengthens the muscles of the core Lengthens the spine Expands the chest Clears the mind and gives intent Trains balance SUMMARY OF GATE POSE As beautiful and delicate as it seems from afar, the Gate Pose, or Parighasana, makes …
GARLAND POSE Malasana (muh-LAHS-uh-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395192764 BENEFITS OF GARLAND POSE Opens inner thighs and groin Encourages heart-opening Grounding body and mind Ankle flexibility SUMMARY OF GARLAND POSE Often referred to in class by its Sanskrit name, Malasana, Garland Pose is a deep yogic squat, where the knees and feet are wide enough to accommodate the chest …
FULL BOAT POSE Paripurna Navasana (par-ee-POOR-nah nah-VAHS-anna) BENEFITS OF FULL BOAT POSE Strengthens core and back Stretches the hamstrings and the quadriceps Improves the alignment of the body Promotes balance Energizes and motivates SUMMARY OF FULL BOAT POSE Full Boat Pose, or Paripurna Navasana, is an intermediate pose that targets the core. Holding this pose …
FROG POSE Mandukasana (man-doo-KAHS-uh-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395201372 BENEFITS OF FROG POSE Opens the hips Stretches the leg muscles Lengthens the back Promotes knee health SUMMARY OF FROG POSE Frog Pose, or Mandukasana, offers a deep stretch to the hips and groin region, opening up the front bodys and psoas. You can hold this pose for an extended …
FOUR LIMBED STAFF POSE Chaturanga Dandasana (chahat-tour-ANG-ah don-DAHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395090288 BENEFITS OF FOUR LIMBED STAFF POSE Strengthens the upper body: the arm muscles, the upper back and the chest Lengthens the spine and improves posture Improves core strength Promotes complete awareness and focus SUMMARY OF FOUR LIMBED STAFF POSE Four Limbed Staff Pose, or Chaturanga Dandasana, …
FISH POSE Matsyasana (mot-see-AHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395090205 BENEFITS OF FISH POSE Stretches the neck, shoulders and the quadriceps Opens the chest Strengthens the back muscles Has calming and soothing properties Releases tension SUMMARY OF FISH POSE Fish Pose, or Matsyasana, is a very gentle yet beneficial pose once deemed the “destroyer of all diseases.” It stretches and …
FISH OUT OF HERO POSE Matsyendra Virasana (mau-itryas-ana virh-a-sa-na) https://vimeo.com/video/395201603 BENEFITS OF FISH OUT OF HERO POSE Flexes the knees deeply Stretches the quadriceps Stretches the neck and the shoulders Strengthens the back muscles Opens the chest Decreases tension and anxiety SUMMARY OF FISH OUT OF HERO POSE Fish out of Hero Pose, or Matsyendra …
FIREFLY POSE Tittibhasana (ti-ti-BAHS-ah-nuh) https://vimeo.com/video/395085731 BENEFITS OF FIREFLY POSE Strengthens the core and arm muscles Stretches the hamstrings and opens the hips Stretches tight hips Stimulates the solar plexus Boosts energy in both body and mind Increases focus and concentration SUMMARY OF FIREFLY POSE Firefly Pose, or Tittibhasana, is an advanced arm balance pose which …
EXTENDED TRIANGLE POSE Trikonasana (TRIH-koh-NAH-sana) https://vimeo.com/video/395193260 BENEFITS OF EXTENDED TRIANGLE POSE Works the abdominal muscles; digestion Nurtures balance and conscious alignment Opens the heart Stretches the hips and leg muscles Relieves stress and anxiety Relieves symptoms of menopause Backache Therapeutic effect for flat feet, infertility, Osteoporosis and Sciatica SUMMARY OF EXTENDED TRIANGLE POSE Extended Triangle …
EXTENDED SIDE ANGLE Utthita Parsvakonasana (oo-TEE-tah parsh-vah-cone-AHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395193717 BENEFITS OF EXTENDED SIDE ANGLE Strengthens, flexes and stabilizes the leg muscles Strengthens the abdominal muscles Reduces back pain and helps with the posture Ignites clear, imaginative thinking SUMMARY OF EXTENDED SIDE ANGLE The Extended Side Angle Pose, or Utthita Parsvakonasana, is a position which does not …
EXTENDED PUPPY POSE Uttana Shishosana (oo-TAHN-nah shee-SHO-sah-nah) https://vimeo.com/video/395200639 BENEFITS OF EXTENDED PUPPY POSE Stretches the hips and the hamstrings Lengthens the spine Opens the arms and shoulders Opens the heart, facilitating breath and awareness Improves blood circulation Destresses and calms the mind SUMMARY OF EXTENDED PUPPY POSE The Extended Puppy Pose, or Uttana Shishosana, is …
EXTENDED HAND TO BIG TOE POSE Utthita Hasta Padangustasana (oo-THEE-ta HAH-sta pah-dahn-goo-STAS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395085891 BENEFITS OF EXTENDED HAND TO BIG TOE POSE Improves balance Strengthens legs Stretches hamstrings Strengthens ankles SUMMARY OF EXTENDED HAND TO BIG TOE POSE Extended Hand to Big Toe Pose, or Utthita Hasta Padangustasana, is a wonderful balancing pose which also builds …
EASY POSE Sukhasana (soo-KAHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395087945 BENEFITS OF EASY POSE Opens the hips Stretches ankles and knees Strengthens back muscles Reduces stress and anxiety SUMMARY OF EASY POSE Easy Pose, or Sukhasana, is a pose often taught to children as a way for them to sit quietly on the floor. It is also known as “Simple …
EAGLE POSE Garudasana (gah-ruh-DAHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395087966 BENEFITS OF EAGLE POSE Improves balance Stretches thighs through upper back Increases concentration Strengthens calves SUMMARY OF EAGLE POSE Eagle Pose, or Garudasana, is a standing twisting pose which tests both your flexibility and your sense of balance. It’s good to practice first with Tree Pose for standing balance as …
DANCER POSE Natarajasana (nat-ah-raj-AHS-uh-huh) https://vimeo.com/video/395200870 BENEFITS OF DANCER POSE Improves balance Improves concentration and focus Stretches chest, shoulders, stomach and hip flexors SUMMARY OF DANCER POSE Dancer Pose, or Nataraja, is a depiction of Shiva as the divine dancer, literally translated as dance lord (“nata” meaning dance, actor or mime, “raja” meaning king or royal). …
CROW POSE Kakasana (kah-KAHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395085819 BENEFITS OF CROW POSE Strengthens wrists Improves balance Increases core strength Strengthens back SUMMARY OF CROW POSE Crow Pose, known as Kakasana, and Crane Pose, known as Bakasana, are both versions of the same balancing position. Crow Pose is the easier of the two poses, where you balance closer to …
CROCODILE POSE Makarasana (mah-kah-RAHS-anna) https://vimeo.com/video/395085772 BENEFITS OF CROCODILE POSE Reduces stress and anxiety Lower blood pressure Help with insomnia Improve breathing SUMMARY OF CROCODILE POSE Crocodile Pose, or Makarasana, is a floor pose which allows you to take a breath between other stomach-based poses. In essence it is like Savasana, but on your stomach. It’s …