Poses by Type

Form a strong foundation to eventually achieve the full expression of the Handstand (Adho Mukha Vrksasana) pose.

Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana) helps a hiker get stronger and go longer by stretching the hamstrings, calves, and hips and strengthening the knees and thighs.

Fire Log Pose (Double Pigeon) opens the hips and the groin, and releases tension, anxiety, and pent-up stress.

Hip openers bring release in many areas that are tight and bring a sense of release across the board to many practitioners.

Find length and stay centered to lift step by step into the One-Footed Pose dedicated to the Sage Koundinya I.

Learn to move from your midline, or central axis, in these three poses to prep for the One-Footed Pose dedicated to the Sage Koundinya I.

Try these subtle, yet safe tweaks to Chaturanga if you struggle with the pose.

Yoga teacher Natasha Rizopoulos shares her instructions to achieve this foundational pose. Plus, reap the benefits and avoid these mistakes.

Happy equinox! Celebrate the equal split between day and night with this graceful balancing sequence.

Advanced inversions and arm balances really scare me. How can I tell if I’m ready for them? And how can I overcome my fear?

This playful AcroYoga sequence puts you in touch with the physical and introspective sides of acrobatic asana.

This pose sequence is perfect to help trail runners increase endurance and stability.

Here's how to use the strength of your core and inner thighs to lift into this arm balance.

Kathryn Budig's Modifications for Safe Alignment in Standing Forward Bend

Kathryn Budig shares her instructions to get into Uttanasana. Plus, reap the benefits and avoid these mistakes.

Focus on deepening hip and shoulder flexibility to get ready for Tittibhasana.

Have you been wondering if you're engaging your root lock—correctly? Shiva Rea gets real and breaks down the how.

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Kathryn Budig offers tips for mastering this tricky, awkward handy position for backbends. #nailit

Stretching sideways can 
activate core muscles, expand breathing, and bring 
feelings of spaciousness and levity.

Build up to Kasyapasana with these opening and balancing poses.

It requires a playful leap of faith—but once you are balancing in Crane Pose, you’ll feel a sense of lightness and joy.

For best results in the forward bend Parsvottanasana, use the alignment principles of backbends.

Practice the joining of opposing forces in Revolved Triangle.

This step-by-step approach to Handstand can benefit longtime inversion fans and total newbies.

Feel grounded and relaxed with this soothing, hip-opening sequence.

Kathryn Budig shares her 4 steps to fold into inverted Padmasana in tripod headstand.

Get your best summer body with deep core exercises that will power up your practice.

Power up your immune system and beat cold-and-flu season with these purifying twists and balancing standing poses.

Don't underestimate the art of relaxation. Corpse Pose can be the most difficult pose of your practice.

At the first sign of a cold, try grabbing some props for a supported, restful yoga practice to deeply nurture body and spirit.

So you think you can't do yoga? Flexibility develops over time. Practicing Janu Sirsasana is a start.

Add Upward Extended Foot Pose (Urdhva Prasarita Padasana) to your practice for flat abs.

Learn how to come into the challenge pose, Marichyasana II.

Boost energy by strengthening and lengthening the side body in Utthita Parsvakonasana.

Balance, strengthen, and lengthen in Half Moon Pose.

When you bring awareness to your alignment and intention, there's plenty of work to do in Sukhasana.

Prep for and gradually work your way into Four-Footed Pose.

Learn to embrace the opposing actions of Virabhadrasana I.

Build the power and foundation you need to transition between poses.

For the best benefits, learn to work twists like Half Lord of the Fishes Pose deeply in two directions.

Practice this energizing sequence of backbends to open the front of the body.

Need a break during your cycle? Try this gentle sequence for menstruation.

Play with being fearless as you build balance and strength in Bakasana.

Dial in to the details for greater integrity in your forward folds.

Let yourself be an expression of joy and beauty as you open your heart in Vasisthasana.

Head to the wall for deeper twists to lengthen and open up your front body.

Baron Baptiste's practice will stoke your inner fire to infuse your whole being with strength and vitality.

Create a stable base to build a stronger, more satisfying standing twist.

Find balance between strength and flexibility in Adho Mukha Svanasana.

When you practice skillful actions, Vishnu's pose can feel as relaxed and peaceful as it looks.

Feel ease and increase flexibility in your hips with three propped hip-opening poses.

Learn to approach your edge with ease in Baddha Konasana.

You'll feel calmer and more centered after these practices.

Enjoy the sweet opening of your shoulders and chest as you prepare for Shoulderstand.

Connect with the warmth of the sun as you nourish your body and spirit with this revitalizing sequence.

To stave off muscle loss, support flexible joints, or add oomph to tough poses, a little strength training can go a long way.

Fire up your deep core and inner leg muscles to build strong abs.

Try this torso-toning twisting sequence for better digestion.

Shine awareness into dull and immobile areas of your body to balance steady in Headstand.

Try out this twisting sequence to rejuvenate your spine and boost energy.

No one ever increased flexibility by flopping. Learn to fold with awareness into Prasarita Padottanasana.

Fire up your core strength as you fly into Tittibhasana.

Learn one simple alignment technique and three common poses to ensure pain-free backbends.

Prepare yourself for life's inevitable storms by cultivating better balance and stability.

"Vinyasa" doesn't translate as fast and furious. See how it can help you move with skill into a seated pose.

Hips don't lie, and Tree Pose lets them sing their truth. Work withing your body's limitations for steadiness.

Not many yogis call Utkatasana their fave, but putting in the work on the regular will reap real results.

Your mind and senses pull inward when you experiment with tortoise-like patience in Kurmasana.

Quiet your mind to start hearing to the conversation happening in your body in Warrior I.

We can't give you more PTO, but we can teach you how to cruise into Supta Baddha Konasana to recharge.

Twister, anyone? The pose that ties you up in knots also loosens up your mind, as you ride the wave of wobble.

Alignment is essential for the health of the knees. Unfortunately, practicing Triangle Pose too often without its counterpose can create an imbalance in the joint. Lean how to stay safe.

Strengthen your lower back, free yourself from back pain in seated poses, and skillfully deepen your forward bends.

Free yourself from ordinary back pain by doing these 5 simple poses each day.

No time to do everything? Take a few minutes to do nothing in Viparita Karani.

Shoulderstand doesn't have to be misery. Properly aligned, it can even be joyful—and props can make it possible.

Learn the grounding and backbending actions of Fish Pose for focus, energy, and a mood boost.

Integrate all of the seemingly disparate parts that make up Visvamitrasana and soar into this incredible pose.

Release negative emotions and improve your alignment by opening the muscles around your hips.