Poses

Menstruation

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  Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)

  The torso and legs represent the body of the bow, and the arms the string.

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  Ustrasana (Camel Pose)

  For this pose you can pad your knees and shins with a thickly folded blanket.

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  Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose)

  Stretch along the top side of the body, from the back heel through the raised arm.

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  Matsyasana (Fish Pose)

  It is said that if you perform this pose in water, you will be able to float like a fish.

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  Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose)

  Highly effective strengthener for the legs and ankles.

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  Padmasana (Lotus Pose)

  The ultimate yoga pose, Padmasana requires open hips and consistent practice.

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  Pasasana (Noose Pose)

  In the full pose the arms are wrapped around the squatting legs and the hands are clasped behind the back, forming a "noose."

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  Supta Virasana (Reclining Hero Pose)

  Intensifies the stretch in the thighs and ankles of its upright version.

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  Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (Bridge Pose)

  Calms the brain and rejuvenates tired legs.

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  Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog)

  One of the most widely recognized yoga poses... an all-over, rejuvenating stretch.

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  Agnistambhasana (Fire Log Pose)

  Stretches the outer hips intensely, particularly the piriformis, which is often the main culprit of sciatic pain.

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  Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose)

  This twist energizes the spine and stimulates the digestive fire.

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  Janu Sirsasana (Head-to-Knee Forward Bend)

  A forward bend for all levels of students, Janu Sirsasana is also a spinal twist.

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  Marichyasana III (Marichi's Pose)

  Marichi's Pose is sometimes called the Sage's Pose.

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  Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Big Toe Pose)

  Provides relief from backache and stretches the hips, hamstrings, and calves.

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  Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)

  Paschimottanasana can help a distracted mind unwind.