Poses by Level

Don't let the name fool you. If you're used to sitting in chairs, Easy Pose (or Sukhasana) can be quite challenging.

Setu Bandha Sarvangasana can be whatever you need—energizing, rejuvenating, or luxuriously restorative.

Utkatasana powerfully strengthens the muscles of the arms and legs, but it also stimulates the diaphragm and heart.

Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind.

Find length in your side body, from your heel to your fingertips with Extended Side Angle Pose.

Virabhadrasana I is a foundational yoga pose that balances flexibility and strength in true warrior fashion.

Want to get into yoga, but don’t know where to start? These foundational poses will set the stage for your evolving practice.

Take a break. Balasana is a restful pose that can be sequenced between more challenging asanas.

We've seen an explosion of memes about Child's Pose over the last year and a half. Coincidence? We think not.

Savasana is a pose of total relaxation—making it one of the most challenging.

The foundation of all standing poses, Mountain Pose makes a great a starting position, resting pose, or tool to improve posture.

Nurture your love-hate relationship with Plank Pose. A beginner's best friend, it's the perfect precursor to more challenging arm balances.

Each month, YJ editors and contributors share the pose that they've been working on.

Try this variation of Savasana to give your mind, body, and spirit a break from everyday stress and a view into contentment.

Warrior Pose I Virabhadra = a hero or warrior from the Mahabharata asana = pose

Try these alternatives to get all the same benefits without bearing weight on your hands and wrists.

After years of practice, does Triangle still stress you out? Or, can you hold Handstand but wobble in Warrior I? Here, 7 top teachers share the relatively easy poses that they’re still trying to master—plus tips to make them a little less frustrating.

These poses and practices offer huge benefits for your body and mind—no matter your age or stage.

Move into backbends more safely, knowing you can consciously engage the muscles needed to protect the lumbar spine.

Practice these four poses to heal an injury or strengthen your shoulders to prevent one.