Yoga Poses

VRKSASANA (TREE POSE)

Tones the legs, strengthens the ankles, gives one a sense of balance and poise. Improves focus and stability.

PRASARITA PADOTTANASANA (WIDE LEGGED FORWARD FOLD)

Stretches the hamstrings and adductors. Variation with interlocked fingers or prayer hands behind back stretches the pecs and increases shoulder mobility. Traditionally forward bends are believed to increase digestive powers.

UTKATASANA (CHAIR POSE)

Strengthens the ankles, helps the legs develop evenly, opens the shoulders and strengthens the back.

UTTANASANA (STANDING FORWARD BEND)

Stretches ligaments of legs, especially the hamstrings; restores elasticity to the spine; tones the spinal nerves; tones abdominal organs; Traditionally believed to increase digestive juices  and liver and spleen are activated; brings peace and calm to the mind.

ADHO MUKHA SVANASANA (DOWNWARD FACING DOG POSE)

Exhilarating pose. Relieves fatigue and rejuvenates the brain. Strengthens the ankles and shapes the legs, strengthens abdominals, relieves stiffness in shoulder blades.

PARIVRTTA UTKATASANA (Revolved Chair Pose)

Opens chest, shoulders and upper back. Strengthens the hip flexors and improves our sense of balance. All the twisting poses are traditionally thought to stimulate the abdominal muscles.

PHALAKASANA (PLANK POSE)

Strengthens arms, shoulders, core muscles and legs.

CHATURANGA DANDASANA (FOUR LIMBED STAFF POSE)

Strengthens arms, shoulders, legs and core muscles. Corrects posture and develops balance. Encourages an overall strong physique. Strengthens muscles surrounding the spine and increases wrist strength.

BHUJANGASANA (SERPENT POSE)

Spinal region is toned and chest is fully expanded, opening the heart and lungs. Tones the buttocks.