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Yoga Poses

Step-by-step yoga pose guides with Sanskrit names, alignment cues, benefits, modifications and common mistakes for every level.

Person meditating in Lotus Pose (Padmasana) on a yoga mat

Lotus Pose (Padmasana): How to Do It Safely and Alternatives

Learn Lotus Pose (Padmasana) safely: step-by-step setup, how to protect your knees, Half Lotus and Easy Pose alternatives, props and common mistakes.

Three women practicing Warrior II pose (Virabhadrasana II) in a yoga class

Warrior II Pose (Virabhadrasana II): Steps, Benefits and Tips

Learn Warrior II pose (Virabhadrasana II) step by step, with alignment cues, benefits, common mistakes, modifications and variations for every level.

Woman practicing Pigeon Pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana) on a yoga mat

Pigeon Pose: How to Do It Safely, Benefits and Alternatives

Learn Pigeon Pose step by step: how to protect your knees, use props, try the Reclined Figure Four alternative and open tight hips safely at any level.

Woman practicing Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana) on a yoga mat indoors

Triangle Pose: How to Do It, Benefits and Common Mistakes

Master Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana) with clear steps, alignment cues, props and fixes for common mistakes. Build strong legs and open hips safely.

Two women practicing Warrior I pose (Virabhadrasana I) indoors

Warrior I Pose (Virabhadrasana I): Steps, Benefits and Tips

Master Warrior I pose (Virabhadrasana I) with clear steps, alignment cues, benefits, common mistakes and easy modifications for tight hips and knees.

Woman resting in Child's Pose (Balasana) on a yoga mat indoors

Child’s Pose (Balasana): How to Do It, Benefits and Props

Child’s Pose (Balasana) step by step: how to get comfortable, key benefits, common mistakes, props for tight hips and knees, and when to modify it.

Man lying in Savasana (Corpse Pose) on a blue yoga mat with eyes closed

Savasana (Corpse Pose): Why It Is the Most Important Pose

Savasana (Corpse Pose) explained: how to set up, how long to stay, props for comfort, common mistakes and why teachers call it the most important yoga pose.

Woman practicing Downward-Facing Dog pose (Adho Mukha Svanasana) on a yoga mat

Downward Dog Pose: How to Do It, Benefits and Common Mistakes

Learn Downward Dog step by step: proper alignment, key benefits, the most common mistakes and easy modifications so the pose feels good in your body.

Group of students practicing Cat-Cow pose on yoga mats in a studio

Cat-Cow Pose: How to Do It, Benefits and Common Mistakes

Learn Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana) step by step: breath cues, benefits for your spine, common mistakes, props and easy variations for every body.

Woman practicing Crow Pose (Bakasana) arm balance on a yoga mat in a sunlit room

Crow Pose (Bakasana): How to Do It, Drills and Common Mistakes

Learn Crow Pose (Bakasana) step by step: setup, Crow vs Crane, beginner drills to lift your feet, common mistakes, props and safety tips for strong wrists.