Poses by Type

Our expert weighs in on weight training, and whether or not it'll give you the extra push you need in your practice.

Half Moon Pose (Ardha Chandrasana) invites you to tap into both the calm, balancing energy of the moon and the fiery force of the sun.

Half Moon (Ardha Chandrasana) is used in many different flows, but it's not often showcased, even though it really deserves the limelight.

We go inside yoga teacher Alexandria Crow's head to understand why straightening your arms is so key in so many poses.

To be courageous and really take flight, try approaching Crow Pose in a new way.

During the month of Halloween, it is only appropriate that we are talking about arm balances -- because for many yoga practitioners, they can seem scary!

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.

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.

In honor of National Yoga Month, expand your repertoire with these four types of yoga that can complement your regular practice.

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

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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.

A new study finds that people who practice restorative yoga can lose significant amounts of weight.

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.

Restorative poses as well as calming forward bends and slow, deep breathing can help with high blood pressure.

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

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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.

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

Relieve a tension headache with this yoga sequence designed for focused relaxation.

Untangling yourself from the grip of addiction can seem impossible, but yoga can lift you to higher ground.

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.

Prepare for surgery with mind-body techniques that may help you recover faster.

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

Baxter Bell offers a yogic prescription for sufferers of the autoimmune disease lupus.

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.