Essential Beginner Yoga Asanas

Let's start with the most fundamental pose: Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog). I'll show you how to find the right distance between your hands and feet and how to modify the pose to avoid a rounded back.

In episode 2, we learn Trikonasana (Triangle Pose). This is a beautiful standing pose that stretches the hamstrings and improves posture. I'll guide you on hand placement and keeping your hips aligned.

Episode 3 is Virabhadrasana I (Warrior I). I'll show you two ways to enter this powerful standing pose and how to align your hips and arms for stability and strength.

Next up is Virabhadrasana II (Warrior II). This pose builds strength in the entire body. I'll share tips on keeping your torso centered and your arms active.

Episode 5 covers Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose). This asana combines the benefits of Warrior II and Triangle Pose, creating a deep side-body stretch. I'll show you how to use a block for support.

For episode 6, we focus on Utthita Parsvottanasana (Pyramid Pose). This is an intense hamstring stretch that's amazing for flexibility. I'll explain how to keep your hips square and use a block to ease into it.

You'll love and hate this one. Episode 7 is Utkatasana (Chair Pose). It's a fierce pose that strengthens the thighs and core. I'll teach you how to protect your knees by keeping them from crossing your toes.

In episode 8, we explore all four variations of Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide-Legged Standing Forward Bend). This is a great series for stretching the hamstrings and bringing blood flow to the head.

Let's perfect your Anjaneyasana (Low Lunge). I'll explain the common mistake of letting the knee cross the ankle and show you how to stack your joints correctly to protect your knee and get a deeper hip flexor stretch.