Poses

Asthma

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  Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (Bridge Pose)

  Calms the brain and rejuvenates tired legs.

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  Marjaryasana (Cat Pose )

  This pose provides a gentle massage to the spine and belly organs.

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  Bitilasana (Cow Pose)

  Cow Pose is an easy, gentle way to warm up the spine.

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  Dolphin Pose

  A nice shoulder-opening. Also strengthens the core, arms, and legs.

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  Garudasana (Eagle Pose)

  You need strength, flexibility, and endurance, and unwavering concentration.

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  Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose)

  This twist energizes the spine and stimulates the digestive fire.

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  Marichyasana III (Marichi's Pose)

  Marichi's Pose is sometimes called the Sage's Pose.

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  Supta Virasana (Reclining Hero Pose)

  Intensifies the stretch in the thighs and ankles of its upright version.

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  Sphinx Pose

  Sphinx Pose is the infant of backbends. It can be practiced with either an active or passive approach.

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  Ustrasana (Camel Pose)

  For this pose you can pad your knees and shins with a thickly folded blanket.

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  Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)

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

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  Dolphin Plank Pose

  A modification of Plank Pose, Dolphin Plank Pose strengthens and tones the core, thighs, and arms.

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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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  Sukhasana (Easy Pose)

  Don't let the name fool you. If you're used to sitting in chairs, Sukhasana can be quite challenging.

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  Virasana (Hero Pose)

  Virasana is a balm for tired legs at the end of the day, as well as an alternative to Lotus for seated meditation.

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  Pasasana (Noose Pose)

  In the full pose the arms are wrapped around the squatting legs and the hands are clasped behind the back, forming a "noose."

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  Parivrtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle Pose)

  Usually a counterpose to Trikonasana. Also a preparation for seated forward bends and twists.

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  Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend)

  Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind.