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Poses

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Bharadvajasana I (Bharadvaja's Twist)

This gentle twist is a tonic for the spine and the abdominal organs.
Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (Bridge Pose)

Calms the brain and rejuvenates tired legs.
Marjaryasana (Cat Pose )

This pose provides a gentle massage to the spine and belly organs.
Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog)

One of the most widely recognized yoga poses... an all-over, rejuvenating stretch.
Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose)

Stretch along the top side of the body, from the back heel through the raised arm.
Agnistambhasana (Fire Log Pose)

Stretches the outer hips intensely, particularly the piriformis, which is often the main culprit of sciatic pain.
Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose)

This twist energizes the spine and stimulates the digestive fire.
Salabhasana (Locust Pose)

An effective means for strengthening the back of the torso, legs, and arms in preparation for the deeper backbends.
Halasana (Plow Pose)

Plow Pose reduces backache and can help you get to sleep.

Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)

The torso and legs represent the body of the bow, and the arms the string.
Ustrasana (Camel Pose)

For this pose you can pad your knees and shins with a thickly folded blanket.
Bitilasana (Cow Pose)

Cow Pose is an easy, gentle way to warm up the spine.
Garudasana (Eagle Pose)

You need strength, flexibility, and endurance, and unwavering concentration.
Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle Pose)

Triangle Pose is the quintessential standing pose in many styles of yoga.
Matsyasana (Fish Pose)

It is said that if you perform this pose in water, you will be able to float like a fish.
Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose)

Highly effective strengthener for the legs and ankles.
Marichyasana III (Marichi's Pose)

Marichi's Pose is sometimes called the Sage's Pose.
Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Big Toe Pose)

Provides relief from backache and stretches the hips, hamstrings, and calves.