Poses & Asanas

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Corpse Pose (Savasana)

शवासन;  Śavāsana = sava = corpse Goals: deep relaxation while being present and aware Despite the easy look, this pose may be more challenging for you. This pose is all about … More

Ushtrasana

Camel Pose (Ushtrasana)

उष्ट्रासन   Ushtrasana, (oosh-TRAHS-anna)  ustra = camel Goals: abdominal muscle and quads stretch, strengthen back for deeper backbends How to Get Into it You can get into Camel from the Tabletop position. … More

Vrikshasana

Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)

वृक्षासन Vrikshasana /VRIK-shAH-sana/ = Vriksha: Tree  Goals: to build legs strength and balancing skills You can’t strengthen the body’s upper parts in yoga without maintaining balance and a stable connection … More

Phalakasana

Plank Pose (Phalakasana)

फलकासन Phalakasana /fal-ack-AHS-anna/ = phalaka : board or bench Goals: Plank is a foundation pose to get ready for arm balances and stability The first pose you will be doing … More

Tadasana

Mountain Pose or Samasthiti (Tadasana)

tada = mountain Goals: proper posture Although this pose seems to be very simple, it helps improve the body adjustment necessary for the correct position of bones and joints. You’re … More

Balasana

Child’s Pose (Balasana)

Bala = child Goals: deep relaxation and rest between other asanas How to Get Into It Kneel on the mat and place your buttocks on your heels. Tilt your tailbone … More