Poses

Contraindications for Pregnancy

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  Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)

  The torso and legs represent the body of the bow, and the arms the string.

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  Savasana (Corpse Pose)

  Savasana is a pose of total relaxation--making it one of the most challenging asanas.

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  Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog)

  One of the most widely recognized yoga poses... an all-over, rejuvenating stretch.

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  Paripurna Navasana (Full Boat Pose)

  Abdominal and deep hip flexor strengthener, requires you to balance on the tripod of your sitting bones and tailbone.

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  Uddiyana Bandha (Upward Abdominal Lock)

  "Even an old person can become young when [Uddiyana Bandha] is done regularly" (Hatha-Yoga-Pradipika 3.58).

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  Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)

  This posture promotes flexibility in the spine and encourages the chest to open.

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  Bakasana (Crane Pose)

  A compact arm balance, Crane Pose tones and strengthens the abdominal organs and arms.

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  Chaturanga Dandasana (Four-Limbed Staff Pose)

  The challenging yoga push-up frequently practiced as part of the traditional Sun Salutation sequence.

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  Ananda Balasana (Happy Baby Pose)

  This pose gently brings a greater awareness to the hip joints.

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  Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward-Facing Dog)

  Upward-Facing Dog will challenge you to lift and open your chest.