Yoga Postures for Beginners

1.Mountain Pose (Tadasana):

  • Stand with your feet together.
  • Engage your thighs, lift your chest, and reach your arms overhead with palms facing each other.

2.Downward Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana):

  • Start on your hands and knees, lift your hips towards the ceiling, and straighten your legs.
  • Keep your hands shoulder-width apart and feet hip-width apart.

3.Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I):

  • Step one foot back, keeping the front knee bent.
  • Extend your arms overhead, palms facing each other.

4.Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II):

  • Open your hips and shoulders to the side, extending your arms parallel to the floor.

5.Tree Pose (Vrikshasana):

  • Shift your weight to one leg and place the sole of the other foot on the inner thigh or calf.
  • Bring your palms together at your chest or reach overhead.

6.Child’s Pose (Balasana):

  • Kneel on the mat, sit back on your heels, and reach your arms forward with your forehead resting on the mat.

7.Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana):

  • Lie on your stomach, place your hands under your shoulders, and lift your chest while keeping your pelvis on the mat.

8.Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana):

  • Sit with your legs extended in front, hinge at your hips, and reach towards your toes.

9.Corpse Pose (Savasana):

  • Lie on your back, legs extended, arms by your sides, and close your eyes. Focus on your breath and relax.

10.Cat-Cow Stretch (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana):

  • Start on your hands and knees, arch your back up (cat), and then drop it down (cow), moving with your breath.

Remember to listen to your body, take it slowly, and never force yourself into a posture. If you’re new to yoga, consider attending a beginner’s class or following online tutorials for proper guidance. Additionally, consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new exercise regimen, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions.

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