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Poses

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Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana (Revolved Head-to-Knee Pose)

There are two interpretations of the Sanskrit Janu Sirsasana, Head-to-Knee and Head-of-the-Knee. The former emphasizes the forward bend. The latter refers to the "head" of the bent knee that you use press away from you to assist the forward bend.
Sphinx Pose

Sphinx Pose is the infant of backbends. It can be practiced with either an active or passive approach.
Salamba Sarvangasana (Supported Shoulderstand)

This version of Shoulderstand is performed with blanket support under the shoulders.
Urdhva Hastasana (Upward Salute)

Urdhva Hastasana literally translates to "Raised Hands Pose," but it is also sometimes called Talasana, the Palm Tree Pose (tala = palm tree).
Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide-Legged Forward Bend)

The pose as described here is technically known as Prasarita Padottanasana I.

Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)

Paschimottanasana can help a distracted mind unwind.
Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend)

Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind.
Purvottanasana (Upward Plank Pose)

Purvottanasana counteracts the effects of Chaturanga by stretching the pectoralis major, pectoralis minor, and anterior deltoids.
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward-Facing Dog)

Upward-Facing Dog will challenge you to lift and open your chest.
Camatkarasana (Wild Thing)

One poetic translation of this pose means "the ecstatic unfolding of the enraptured heart."