Asanas Insights
Urdhva Namaskarasana / Upward Prayer Pose
Benefits
- Strengthens the legs.
- Strengthens the triceps.
- Both poses stretch the shoulders.
- Tones the abdomen and hips.
- Strengthens the posterior chain (back muscles, butt, hamstrings).
- Helps improve balance.
- Helps correct posture.
- Stretches out the entire front torso.
- Helps to stretch the spine which can help improve posture.
- They provide a full body stretch.
- Helps to prepare the spine for deeper stretches, back bends and twists.
Virbhadrasana I / Warrior Pose I
Benefits
•It strengthens and tones the arms, legs and lower back.It enhances the body posture.
•It stimulates stamina.It releases stress or tension in the shoulders.It improves muscle strength.
•It encourages flexibility in the body.It helps in relieving aches and pains.
•It prevents chronic pelvic pains, especially in women.
•It enhances the sleep cycle.It encourages general mental health and emotional well-being.
•It improves concentration.
•It energizes the entire body.
•It stimulates your abdominal organs.
•It encourages blood circulation and respiration.
•It opens up your hips, chest and lungs.
Virbhadrasana II / Warrior Pose
Benefits
•Stretches the hips and shoulders
•It expands your lungs and chest
•Improves stamina and concentration
•Helps deal with fatigue
•Stimulates your abdominal area
•Relieves backaches
•Improves balance and brings stability
Virbhadrasana III / Warrior Pose III
Benefits
•It helps strengthens the legs.
•It improves posture.
•It builds core strength.
•It works on hamstrings, glutes and back.
•It helps get rid of neck, shoulder and back stiffness.
•It engages shoulder muscles and works on your abs.
•It improves balance.
•It helps gain mental focus and concentration.
•It tones and strengthens knees and thighs.
•It builds stamina.
Cat Pose / Marjarasana
Benefits
- Gently massages the spine, increasing mobility.
- Stretches the back and neck.
- A great warm up before yoga practice paired with Cow pose.
- Increases circulation of spinal fluid.
- Strengthens the muscles the hands and wrists and prepares them for Downward Dog.
Cow Pose / Bitilasana
Benefits
•Improves spinal mobility.
•Reduces stiffness in the thoracic spine.
•Stretches the abs and hip flexors.
•Can help to correct poor posture.
•Can help to alleviate neck, upper back and lower back pain.
Plough Pose / Halasana
Improves Spinal Flexibility – Stretches and lengthens the spine, increasing flexibility and relieving tension in the back.
Stimulates Digestion – Compresses the abdominal organs, improving digestion and relieving constipation.
Calms the Nervous System – Activates the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing stress and anxiety.
Enhances Blood Circulation – Encourages blood flow to the brain, improving concentration and mental clarity.
Boosts Thyroid Function – Stimulates the thyroid and parathyroid glands, helping regulate metabolism and energy levels.
Strengthens the Core – Engages the abdominal muscles, improving core strength and stability.
Relieves Leg Fatigue – Stretches the hamstrings and calves, reducing stiffness and improving flexibility.
Encourages Detoxification – Supports lymphatic drainage, helping remove toxins from the body.
Triangle Pose / Utthita Trikonasana
Improves Spinal Mobility – Lengthens and strengthens the spine, reducing stiffness and improving posture.
Enhances Hip Flexibility – Opens the hips and groin, increasing mobility and reducing tightness.
Strengthens the Legs – Engages the thighs, knees, and ankles, improving overall leg strength and stability.
Stretches the Side Body – Deeply stretches the obliques and intercostal muscles, enhancing lateral flexibility.
Stimulates Digestion – Activates the abdominal organs, improving digestion and relieving bloating.
Boosts Balance & Coordination – Enhances stability and proprioception, which helps with overall body awareness.
Reduces Stress & Anxiety – Encourages deep breathing and mindfulness, calming the nervous system.
Improves Circulation – Promotes healthy blood flow throughout the body, energizing and revitalizing the system.
Tree Pose / Vrikshasana
Improves Balance & Stability – Strengthens the legs and core, enhancing overall stability and coordination.
Builds Leg Strength – Engages the thighs, calves, and ankles, improving lower body endurance.
Enhances Concentration – Requires mental focus, helping to improve concentration and mindfulness.
Strengthens the Core – Engages the abdominal muscles, improving core stability and posture.
Opens the Hips – Stretches the inner thighs and groin, increasing hip flexibility.
Encourages Mind-Body Connection – Develops awareness and control over body movements, fostering a deeper sense of connection.
Reduces Stress & Anxiety – Promotes relaxation by calming the mind and nervous system.
Improves Postural Alignment – Helps correct posture by encouraging an upright, lengthened spine
Sage Visvamitra Pose / Visvamitrasana
Builds Upper Body Strength – Engages the arms, shoulders, and core, strengthening the entire upper body.
Improves Hip Flexibility – Opens the hips and stretches the hip flexors, increasing mobility.
Deepens Hamstring Stretch – Provides an intense stretch for the hamstrings, improving flexibility.
Enhances Core Stability – Activates the core muscles, improving balance and strength.
Increases Wrist & Forearm Strength – Requires strong wrists and forearms, helping develop endurance in these areas.
Boosts Focus & Mental Clarity – Demands concentration and mindfulness, improving mental focus.
Expands Chest & Shoulders – Stretches the shoulders and chest, improving posture and upper-body flexibility.
Encourages a Growth Mindset – As a challenging posture, it fosters patience, perseverance, and a sense of accomplishment.