Learn Yoga Poses: Expert Alignment & Technique

This guide clearly shows the difference between a posture that can cause strain and one that is aligned for maximum benefit. See how to correctly perform forward bends and downward dog to protect your spine and deepen the stretch.

A helpful visual guide showing common misalignments in foundational poses and how to correct them. Learning to "try this" instead of "avoid this" is key to building a safe and sustainable yoga practice.

This step-by-step infographic breaks down how to safely get into a Tripod Headstand. It covers everything from hand and head placement to core engagement, providing a clear path to mastering this inversion.

This is the first step in a guided side stretch. It shows the initial setup, preparing your body to open the side ribs, obliques, and latissimus dorsi muscles for a deeper stretch.

The second step demonstrates how to use a prop like a yoga strap to assist in the side stretch. This is a great technique if you have tight shoulders or hamstrings, allowing you to maintain good form.

This image shows the final, deep expression of the side stretch. With consistent practice and proper technique, you can work towards this level of flexibility and openness in the side body.

Step three shows how to intensify the side stretch by lowering onto your forearm. This variation requires more flexibility and core control, taking the pose to the next level.

In step four, the practitioner grabs the ankle to create a bind. This action helps to deepen the twist and stretch in the upper back and shoulders.

This image details the action of pushing the knee out while stretching. This small adjustment helps to open the hip and stabilize the lower body during the side bend.