Poses

Mild Depression

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  Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (Bridge Pose)

  Calms the brain and rejuvenates tired legs.

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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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  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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  Pincha Mayurasana (Feathered Peacock Pose)

  This pose is also commonly called Forearm or Elbow Balance.

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  Adho Mukha Vrksasana (Handstand)

  The alignment in Handstand is exactly the same as it is in Mountain, the only difference being in the position of the arms.

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  Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend)

  Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind.

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  Salamba Sarvangasana (Supported Shoulderstand)

  This version of Shoulderstand is performed with blanket support under the shoulders.

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  Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward-Facing Dog)

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

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  Camatkarasana (Wild Thing)

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

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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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  Dolphin Pose

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

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  Uttana Shishosana (Extended Puppy Pose)

  A cross between Child's Pose and Downward Facing Dog. This pose lengthens the spine and calms the mind.

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  Agnistambhasana (Fire Log Pose)

  Stretches the outer hips intensely, particularly the piriformis, which is often the main culprit of sciatic pain.

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  Janu Sirsasana (Head-to-Knee Forward Bend)

  A forward bend for all levels of students, Janu Sirsasana is also a spinal twist.

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  Salamba Sirsasana (Supported Headstand)

  Standing on your head in proper alignment calms the brain and strengthens the body.

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  Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow or Wheel Pose)

  Strengthens the arms, legs, abdomen, and spine, and gives a boost of energy.

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  Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide-Legged Forward Bend)

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