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Legs Up the Wall Pose Is Taking Over TikTok
Your favorite yoga pose has gone viral. But is that a good thing?
8 Common Yoga Poses You Can Practice While Lying on Your Back (Yes, Really)
Don’t get up! With these variations, you can experience yoga in a more supported manner—perfect for those days when you are lacking energy but still want to practice.
This Slow Yoga Practice Will Help You Unwind—No Standing Required
Sometimes less is more, even in yoga.
6 Stress-Relieving Stretches for Caregivers
A yoga sequence for anyone who holds others in their care.
Feeling Emotionally Exhausted? This Sequence Will Help Ease the Burden
On those days when dragging yourself out of bed feels pretty momentous, yoga—slow, steady, and supported—can help.
Your Body Is Craving These 6 Yoga Poses for Stress Relief
Say goodbye to all that tension.
Forearm Plank | Dolphin Plank Pose
A modification of Plank Pose, Forearm Plank strengthens and tones the core, thighs, and arms.
These 4 Restorative Yoga Poses Will Completely Reset Your Mood
When you need to approach any situation—or, let's be honest, life—from a calmer place, this quiet practice is your solution.
Hear Me Out: The Airport Is the Perfect Place to Practice Yoga
And I don’t mean the poses...
Plow Pose
Plow Pose (Halasana) reduces backache and can help you get to sleep.
Lotus Pose
Padmasana creates an essential foundation for meditation practice, while stretching the front of the thighs and ankles.
Seated Forward Bend
Fold into Paschimottanasana to help your distracted mind—and your hamstrings—unwind.
Why You Should Laugh, Sigh, Yell, & Even Sob During Your At-Home Yoga Practice
Feel free to let it all out.
5 Poses to Cultivate Gratitude for Your Practice—No Matter What It Looks Like
When was the last time you gave thanks for your ability to move through your yoga practice?
Handstand
Adho Mukha Vrksasana boosts energy and confidence, and can literally give you a new perspective on life.
Supported Headstand
Standing on your head in Salamba Sirsasana strengthens the whole body and calms the brain.
These 7 Yoga Poses Will Help You Relax (Even If You’re Really, Really Stressed)
If you're notoriously bad at relaxing, these calming poses will help you release *everything.*
Standing Forward Bend
Uttanasana will wake up your hamstrings and soothe your mind.
These Practices Will Allow You to (Finally!) Let Go of Stress & Anxiety
Release your tension and relax with these grounding practices.
Start Your Day With This Grounding Yoga Flow
In this 13-minute practice, you'll connect with your breath—and open your upper body.