Balancing Yoga Poses
Build a strong foundation for your asana practice with these balancing yoga poses. Get step-by-step instructions and reap the benefits.
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This Free-Spirited Practice Embodies the Energy of the Full Moon
Remember: Your faith is stronger than your fear.
Tree Pose
A classic standing posture, Vrksasana establishes strength and balance, and helps you feel centered, steady and grounded.
5 Not-So-Intense Variations For Side Plank
Challenge your balance and stretch your body in all the same ways as Vasisthasana, while dialing down the difficulty.
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.
Eagle Pose
You need strength, flexibility, and endurance, and unwavering concentration for Eagle Pose.
Handstand
Adho Mukha Vrksasana boosts energy and confidence, and can literally give you a new perspective on life.
Warrior III Pose
A standing posture centered around balance, Virabhadrasana III will strengthen your legs, ankles and core.
Supported Headstand
Standing on your head in Salamba Sirsasana strengthens the whole body and calms the brain.
Side Plank Pose
A powerful arm and wrist strengthener, Side Plank takes its two-armed sibling to the next level, as an arm balance.
How a Wall Can Revolutionize Your Revolved Half Moon
This is the prop you didn't know you needed.
These 12 Exercises Will Feel So Good on Your Feet
It takes more than a pedicure to truly care for your feet. Here’s how to find more stability in yoga—and in life—by giving your feet some TLC.
Don’t Just Perform Lord of the Dance. Use Props to Practice It With Intention
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Props to Help You Explore Lord of the Dance With More Flexibility—And Honesty
Natarajasana is a posture you can choose to "perform" or do with curiosity. And the best way to better observe your movements in this pose is by adding props.
3 Prep Poses for One-Legged King Pigeon Pose II
Use these prep poses to open your body for One-Legged King Pigeon Pose II.
Master Extended Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose
How to move from Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana to Eka Pada Vasisthasana.
Pose of the Week: Lord of the Dance Pose With a Strap
Lord of the Dance Pose (Natarajasana) requires foundation, stability, concentration, flexibility, and balanced action -- everything you need as you set out to achieve your goals for the New Year.
Fall Equinox Flow: 4 Poses for Balance
Happy equinox! Celebrate the equal split between day and night with this graceful balancing sequence.
AcroYoga 101: A Classic Sequence for Beginners
This playful AcroYoga sequence puts you in touch with the physical and introspective sides of acrobatic asana.
4 Yoga Poses Perfect for Trail Runners
This pose sequence is perfect to help trail runners increase endurance and stability.
Prep for Flying Crow
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