Easy Pose
Don't let the name fool you. If you're used to sitting in chairs, Easy Pose (or Sukhasana) can be quite challenging.
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Easy Pose: The Complete Guide
Don't let the name fool you. If you're used to sitting in chairs, Sukhasana can be quite challenging.
10 Easy Yoga Poses to Practice When You Just Don’t Feel Like Doing Yoga
But don’t call it lazy yoga.
Eagle Pose Made Easy
If you've ever silently cursed as your teacher started to cue Eagle Pose, you're not alone. Here's how to make it a lot more tolerable—and doable.
Boat Pose Made Easy
You’re not the only one to quietly curse when the teacher cues this pose. Here’s how to strengthen your body so you no longer dread Navasana. We swear.
5 Easy Adjustments for Poses That Can Be Uncomfortable (or Impossible) for Women with Large Breasts
Here are some inspired ideas to help you adapt your yoga practice if your Stanabhara (Sanskrit for breast weight) requires adjustments.
5 Yoga Poses for People with Multiple Sclerosis (+ Easy-to-Hard Variations)
If you have MS, try these five yoga poses and variations to improve balance, walking and coordination, according to a new study.
Chair Pose Made Easy
Not many yogis call Utkatasana their fave, but putting in the work on the regular will reap real results.
8 Yoga Poses To Strengthen Your Core and Your Confidence
When you feel strong from within, it changes everything.
5 Yoga Poses to Help You Stay Sane Around Your Family at the Holidays
You love your family dearly. But they can have a way of making you feel like you're 10 again. Yoga can help.
Can’t Sleep? Try These 6 Restorative Poses (In Bed)
Grab some pillows and try these pre-slumber asanas between the sheets.
The Most Underrated Yoga Pose for Core-Strengthening
Tired of Boat Pose? You need to try Lolasana.
10 Basic Yoga Poses That Benefit Everyone (Including You)
No matter where you are in your practice, these fundamental postures provide you with everything you need.
13 Chair Yoga Poses for Seniors
Using a seat as a prop or for support makes practice accessible for bodies at any age.
Go-To Yoga Sequence for Twisting Poses
It can be easy to overlook the many benefits (and challenges) of twists. This sequence reminds you.
Go-To Yoga Sequence for Coming Into Pigeon Pose
There's a science and an art to preparing your students' bodies for Pigeon Pose. Here's how.
How to Do Eagle Pose: The Complete Guide for Students and Teachers
Garudasana is never easy. But with these instructions, prep poses, and variations, you will find it easier.
Struggling With Wheel Pose? You Need to Know This One Thing.
Wrists aching? Feeling like you're about to collapse? Here's everything you need to know to fix that.
The Navy’s Physical Readiness Test Now Includes a Common Yoga Pose
Forearm Plank replaces sit-ups as their go-to exercise for building strong abs.
Why is Everyone Lifting Their Heel in Yoga Poses?
There's more to it than just appearances.
5 Ways to Practice Pigeon Pose
There are two types of people in the world. These variations on the hip opener are for those of us who find the classic Pigeon Pose a little—or a lot—too intense.
5 “Basic” Yoga Poses That You Need to Keep Practicing
If you’ve moved on to “advanced” yoga poses, don’t forget the ones that got you there. Keeping strong foundational poses in your repertoire helps you strengthen your asana practice.
8 Poses That Can Help You Get Honest About Your Practice
These asanas offer an opportunity to practice bringing satya—truthfulness—to your yoga and your life.
8 Yoga Poses for Exponentially Better Sleep—Beginning Tonight
Because sometimes settling down takes more than a dark room and chamomile tea.
There’s Nothing Basic About These “Beginner” Yoga Poses
They look so very simple, but these asanas challenge your body and your mind.
13 Chair Yoga Poses You Can Do Without Leaving Your Seat
These poses give you all the strength and stretch of standing poses with the support of your chair.
3 Summer Side Dishes for Easy Entertaining
These simple sides require barely any effort yet that won't be apparent to anyone at your table.
10 Easy Adjustments for Practicing Yoga in a Larger Body
Honor your unique shape with these variations designed to keep you comfortable.
13 Ways to Sequence Warrior 3 Pose (That Aren’t Your Typical Transitions)
Feeling stuck in a sequencing rut? These unexpected yet graceful transitions will change that.
Feeling Scattered? These 8 Seated Yoga Poses Will Help You Find Focus
Perhaps the solution to sustained attention is to stop trying so hard. Science supports this approach.
Same Shape, Different Pose: Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose
What if, before you attempt a challenging balance pose, you could practice the exact same shape but on your back?
4 Strength-Building Yoga Poses for Beginners
Building strength isn't as hard as you think. It just takes practice—and these beginner-friendly poses and instructions for how to take them further.
6 Poses to Stretch (and Strengthen) Your Inner Thighs
We know you love your hip openers. But it's easy to overdo a good thing. Here's how to find that elusive balance of stretching and strengthening.
I’m a Sustainability Expert. These Are My Easy Go-Green Habits That You Can Do, Too
Camilla Marcus, founder of west~bourne, shares her pro tips and tricks for making eco-friendly actions part of your everyday life.
Ask the Teacher: How Do You Develop Balance for Tree Pose?
"Everything I have Googled assumes one can already balance," writes one of our readers. Here's our advice for when balance doesn't come naturally.
Got Wrist Pain? Swap These 7 Yoga Poses Into Your Practice
Weight-bearing poses can wreak havoc on your wrists. Try these alternatives for the same benefits without the strain.
6 Yoga Poses for Hyperkyphosis That You Can Do Every Day
A little stretching can go a long way.
6 Yoga Poses to Relieve Period Cramps
When cramps have got you down, movement may be the last thing you want—but sometimes it's just what you need.
4 Underrated Yoga Poses You’re Overlooking In Your Practice
Because there's more to life than hip openers.
The Absolute Best Yoga Poses to Practice After Sitting All Day
Step away from the computer.
7 Yoga Poses to Care for Your Overburdened Spine
Our spines do so much. Here's how to keep yours healthy.
5 Yoga Poses to Ease Your Aching Neck
Technology can (quite literally) cause a pain in your neck. Luckily, your practice can help you find relief.
Cat Pose
How to avoid falling into autopilot while practicing this basic—but beneficial—stretch.
Cow Pose
Bitilasana is an easy, gentle way to warm up the spine before a more vigorous practice.
12 Restorative Poses That Feel Even Better With a Strap
In need of some rest and recovery? This sequence can help you release tension and find space in your body (and mind).
7 Yoga Poses to Relieve Your Upper Back Pain
Poor posture? This one's for you.
Staff Pose
It might look straightforward, but there's more to Dandasana than meets the eye.
3 Easy Ways to Turn Your Self-Care Routine into a Ritual
Here's how to get the most out of your own restorative practices.
Pyramid Pose | Intense Side Stretch Pose
Parsvottanasana encourages balance, body awareness, and inspires confidence.
The Yoga Deconstructed Method Shows You How to Build Poses, Step-by-Step
Trina Altman shares how she uses simple, playful exercises to break down complicated asanas into manageable components.
8 Common Yoga Poses That Are Easier to Teach (and Learn) at the Wall
The prop you never even knew you needed can transform how you (and your students) find alignment.
These Yoga Poses Will Relieve Even the Worst Bloating
Yes, it is possible to get rid of that (super) annoying bloating.
8 Easy Ways to De-Stress Your Holiday
You're going to want to bookmark this.
Downward-Facing Dog Pose
One of yoga's most widely recognized poses, Adho Mukha Svanasana strengthens the core and improves circulation, while providing a delicious, full-body stretch.
Extended Triangle Pose
Extended Triangle Pose is a quintessential standing pose that stretches and strengthens the whole body.
These 7 Yoga Poses Will Help You Relax (Even If You’re Really, Really Stressed)
If you're notoriously bad at relaxing, these calming poses will help you release *everything.*
These 7 Yoga Poses Will Improve Your Golf Game
Start aiming for par with these poses.
Skip the Gym. These Are the Best Yoga Poses for Strength
Suddenly, your practice just became a lot stronger (literally).
The 8 Best Yoga Poses for Beginners
Want to get into yoga, but don’t know where to start? These foundational poses will set the stage for your evolving practice.
10 Grounding Poses to Balance Your Vata Dosha This Fall
Ever feel as airy and unstable as leaves swirling in the wind? That's your vata dosha out of balance. This slow yoga practice will help settle your energy and bring you back to calm.
Revolved Head-to-Knee Pose
Revolved Head-to-Knee Pose, or Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana, offers a deep, vivid stretch to the side body paired with loving and heart-opening movement.
Why Is Child’s Pose So Insanely Calming?
We've seen an explosion of memes about Child's Pose over the last year and a half. Coincidence? We think not.
Revolved Triangle Pose
As a counterpose to Utthita Trikonasana and preparation for seated forward bends and twists, this pose is key to a skilled practice.
Think You Can’t Come Into Compass Pose? This 45-Minute Practice Will Get You There
All the poses, transitions, and anatomy know-how you need for your most successful attempt yet—whether you're taking class or teaching it.
Root Chakra-Balancing Yoga Poses to Help You Feel More Grounded
This 15-minute flow will help you feel more stable, grounded, and ready to take on the world.
10 Yin Yoga Poses to Help You Overcome Fear
Has fear been holding you back? Your yoga practice can help summon the discernment and courage you need to no longer run from what scares you.
The Pisces Full Moon Brings Intense Energy. These Poses Will Help You Stay Grounded
This watery full moon on September 20 is all about releasing your past and flowing into the self you have always wanted to be.
How to Cross These 4 Yoga Poses Off Your Bucket List
Never thought you’d ever be able to hit these peak poses? Sarah Ezrin shows you how.
If These 10 Yoga Poses Aren’t Already a Part of Your Home Practice, They Should Be
These are the poses all yogis should be practicing regularly—regardless of experience.
Jump-Throughs Made Easy (Really!)
Yes, you can float forward from the back of your mat to the front. All it takes is some props and practice.
The Best Poses to Stretch Sore Muscles
Overdid it? When you can’t get up from your couch without groaning, these simple stretches will bring relief.
These Yoga Poses Will Help You Have Your Best Run—And Recovery—Ever
When it comes to yoga for runners, the right poses can prep you for a great run and help you feel aces after.
10 Yoga Poses to Build Better Posture
Slouch much? You're not alone. We've got your back (literally) with yoga poses that make good posture positively easy.
15 Yoga Poses for Sleep
A simple sequence of stretches that all but ensure a proper night's rest.
8 Yoga Poses to Ease Lower Back Pain
Is your lower back out of whack? Yoga can help you find relief.
5 Yoga Poses to Safely Stretch Tight Groin Muscles
Barely able to come into Butterfly? These stretches will help you find relief.
7 Poses to Melt Away Neck and Shoulder Pain
Neck and shoulder pain can make daily activities a literal pain. Enter these poses that stretch, strengthen, and provide sweet relief.
9 Yoga Poses for When You Just Can’t Relax at Night
Feeling tired yet still wired at the end of the day? Settle into this gentle yoga sequence so you can get a good night's sleep.