Poses by Anatomy
Find yoga poses for specific parts of your body, from your lower back to your hamstrings and more. Plus, sequences and step-by-step pose instructions to enhance your practice.
3 Yoga Poses to Unravel Your Tight Hips
Try these stretches to soothe hurting hips after running, hiking—and long stints of sitting.
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7 Poses to Ease Tight Hips
Hip openers are among the most requested poses for a reason. And wherever you're at in your practice, there's one for you.
This Is the Secret to Preventing Low Back Pain
Your lower back does enough. Here's how to move more efficiently in your practice—and in life.
5 Strengthening Yoga Poses to Ease Your Knee Pain
Here's how to take care of one the most important joints in your body.
11 Yoga Poses to Unlock the Deep Hip Opening Your Body Is Craving
Loosen up those tight hips—and let go of whatever you’re holding onto—with this short sequence.
The Best Stretches for When You’re Recovering from Low Back Pain
After the worst of your pain is behind you, these moves will help you return to your practice with confidence.
The One Thing You Need to Know to (Safely) Come Into the Splits
Spoiler Alert: It's not what you think.
Yoga for Scoliosis: How Your Practice Can Help Create Balance in the Body
Through yoga, I have learned that I can be balanced and graceful, even with a curved spine.
Yes, Yoga Is Good for Your Heart. Here’s Why
Forget “traditional” forms of cardio. These three yoga practices are proven to improve heart health.
3 Yoga Poses to Stretch & Strengthen Your Rotator Cuffs
These exercises can help you build a supportive structure for your yoga practice—or any other pursuit.
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.
The 7 Best Yoga Poses to Stretch Tight Quads
Your quadriceps take you everywhere and help you do just about everything. Here's how to ensure they continue to do so without complaint.
The Only 3 Stretches You Need to Relieve Iliotibial Band Syndrome
These gentle yoga postures stretch your IT band and the surrounding muscles, reducing pain and discomfort.
How to Protect Your Lower Back in Upward-Facing Dog
Just because it's a backbend doesn't mean all the work should be in your spine.
Is There Such a Thing as Too Much Hip Opening?
Most yoga practitioners can't seem to get enough of these poses. Yet a teacher with more than two decades of experience explores whether less is more.
6 Yoga Poses for Hyperkyphosis That You Can Do Every Day
A little stretching can go a long way.
Add a Little Play to Your Day With This Uplifting Yoga Sequence
Trust us, it sparks joy.
You Might Be Modifying Chaturanga All Wrong. Here’s a Safer Option
The case for keeping it simple.
This Comforting Practice Starts With Savasana
Because in order to navigate a chaotic world, you need to begin with nurturing yourself.
6 Yoga Poses for High Blood Pressure
Recent studies have shown the benefit that yoga can have on hypertension. Here's a gentle practice to get you started.