Yoga for Depression

On those days when dragging yourself out of bed feels pretty momentous, yoga—slow, steady, and supported—can help.

A modification of Plank Pose, Forearm Plank strengthens and tones the core, thighs, and arms.

Bound Angle Pose, or Baddha Konasana, opens the deepest part of the hip muscles.

Open wide into Prasarita Padottanasana to increase flexibility by leaps and bounds.

Urdhva Mukha Svanasana, a well-known backbend, will challenge you to lift and open your chest.

Fold into Paschimottanasana to help your distracted mind—and your hamstrings—unwind.

There's a general consensus among modern yogis that Viparita Karani or Legs-Up-The-Wall Pose may have the power to cure whatever ails you.

Feel free to let it all out.

Adho Mukha Vrksasana boosts energy and confidence, and can literally give you a new perspective on life.

Standing on your head in Salamba Sirsasana strengthens the whole body and calms the brain.

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.

Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind.

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

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Got two minutes? A short restorative practice can help edit and transform negative inner narratives that reinforce anxiety and depression.

Feeling discontent, dissatisfied or down? Heart-opening yoga poses, such as Wheel (Upward Bow) Pose, are the perfect Rx.

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A cross between Child's Pose and Downward-Facing Dog, Extended Puppy Pose lengthens the spine and calms the mind.

The Fire Log Pose stretches the outer hips intensely, particularly the piriformis, which is often the main culprit of sciatic pain.

Dolphin Pose strengthens the core, arms, and legs, while also nicely opening the shoulders.

You may know Pincha Mayurasana or Feathered Peacock Pose by one of its common aliases: Forearm or Elbow Balance.

A classic restorative posture, Supta Baddha Konasana or Reclining Bound Angle Pose can be modified for any level of hip and groin resistance.

This version of Shoulderstand is performed with blanket support under the shoulders.

Need an energy boost? Urdhva Dhanurasana can help—and strengthen your arms, legs, abdomen, and spine in the process.