Yoga Poses and Asanas

Mountain Pose (Tadasana): Explain how to stand tall with feet rooted to the ground, elongating the spine, and focusing on deep breathing. Highlight the benefits of improving posture and body awareness.

Downward Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana): Provide step-by-step instructions on how to create an inverted V shape with the body, emphasizing the stretch in the hamstrings and the release of tension in the upper body.

Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II): Describe the alignment and positioning of the feet, hips, and arms in this powerful standing pose. Highlight the strengthening of the legs and improvement in balance.

Tree Pose (Vrksasana): Explain the technique of balancing on one leg and placing the foot on the opposite inner thigh or calf. Discuss the benefits of enhancing balance, focus, and grounding.

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana): Share instructions on how to lift the hips off the ground while keeping the feet and shoulders grounded. Discuss the benefits of strengthening the back, glutes, and hamstrings.

Child's Pose (Balasana): Describe the resting pose where the body folds forward, with the forehead resting on the ground or a prop. Explain the relaxation and release of tension that this pose provides.

Triangle Pose (Trikonasana): Guide practitioners on how to extend one leg wide, reaching towards the front foot and extending the opposite arm upward. Emphasize the stretch in the hamstrings and sides of the body.

Boat Pose (Navasana): Share instructions on how to balance on the sit bones while lifting the legs and torso, creating a "V" shape with the body. Discuss the core-strengthening benefits of this pose.

Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana): Explain how to lie prone on the mat and lift the chest while keeping the legs and pelvis grounded. Discuss the strengthening of the back muscles and improvement in spinal flexibility.

Headstand (Sirsasana): Provide guidance on the technique of safely and gradually entering the headstand pose, emphasizing the importance of proper alignment, core engagement, and use of props for support. Highlight the benefits of inversions for circulation and focus.