Kukkutasana, also known as Rooster Posture is a yoga asana that is a variation of padmasana. It comes from the Samskrta words 'Kukuta', which means rooster/cockerel, and 'Asana' which means posture…
Angle Pose (Dvis'amakonasana) also known as Equal Angle pose is an asana also called Samakonasana, in other schools. It consists of the Sanskrit words 'Sama' which means equal, 'Kona' which means…
The Consciousness Posture (Shivasana) is a variation of the Halasana for those who cannot do the original posture because of some strain in the legs. It has some benefits as Halasana on the physical…
The Chair Pose (Sahaja Utkatasana), also known as the Simple Chair Pose, is a posture that is being practiced in Yoga. 'Sahaja', meaning ordinary or simple, assumes a position that looks like one is…
Siddhasana, also called the Perfect or Accomplished pose, is a yoga position for beginners. The name of the pose is derived from two samkrta words: 'Siddha', which means perfect or accomplished, and…
Hero posture Viirasana, also known as the Brave Posture, is a basic kneeling yoga posture. The pose's name is derived from the Samskrta words 'Viira', which means warrior, and 'asana,' posture.…
The Utkata Kurmakasana, also known as the Difficult Tortoise Posture, is classified as a difficult pose. It comes from two words, Utkata, which means powerful, and Kurmasana. Kurmasana comes from the…
Jatila Utkatasana or Difficult chair Posture is a variation of the Chair Pose. 'Jatila' comes from the Sanskrit word which means very complex, and the Utkata comes from the Samskrta word 'Kata'…
Difficult Thunder Posture (Utkata Vajrasana) is also known as the "Difficult Diamond Pose". This is prescribed to enable people to sit effectively in Lotus pose Padmasana. It is useful to address…
The Lotus Pose or Padmasana is a cross-legged position that is used for meditation. Padmasana is derived from the Sanskrit words the Padma, which means "lotus," and asana, which means "posture" or…
Gomukhasana or Cow's Head Posture is a seated pose in yoga. The name is derived from the Sanskrit terms 'Go' which means cow, 'Mukha' which means face or head, and 'Asana' for pose or posture. This…
The Utkata Pascimottanasana, also known as the "Full Head to Knee Pose" or "Seated Forward Bend" is one of the basic yoga postures. The name is derived from the Samskrta words 'paschima', which means…
The Hare pose is helpful for concentration in preparation for meditation, especially when you cannot focus your mind. It also serves as an alternative to the headstand, which is not included as one…
The Matsyendrasana, or the Twist Pose, is translated as "Matsyendra's Pose" or "Lord of the Fishes Pose." This pose is a seated twisting asana in yoga. It strengthens weak lungs and helps burn…
Yoga postures should always be followed by a massage, as it serves as the perfect conclusion to an invigorating practice. Yoga postures stimulate the sebaceous glands, which lie under the surface of…
Kaoshikii is a dance invented in 1978 by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. It serves as a psycho-spiritual exercise that benefits the mind by developing stamina and mental strength. Physically, Kaoshikii is…
Diirgha Pranama or also called the long bowing pose. This pose is also called "Worship of the Supreme" comes from the Samskrta words 'Diirgha' that means long, and 'Pranam' which means to bend…
Yogamudra, also known as Yogasana, is one of the basic poses in Yoga. It comes from the word yoga, with the Samskrta root word 'Yuj' which means "to unite" and 'mudra' which means seal. This asana…
Sarvaungasana, also known as Shoulder Stand is, is an inverted asana used in the exercise. The name comes from the Samskrta word 'Sarvanga' which means "all limbs" or "the entire body" and 'asana'…
Shoulder Stand with Lotus is an advanced Shoulder Stand (Sarvaungasana) variation, also known as Padma Sarvaungasana. It involves a Shoulder Stand, but instead of the limbs extended straight up, a…
Matsyamudra or the Fish pose is one of the most popular yoga asanas. It comes from two Samskrta words 'Matsya' which means fish, and mudra which is a gesture of the hand. This asana helps remove…
Padahastasana, also known as the Arm and Leg pose or Hand to Foot Pose is an inverted standing asana wherein the upper limbs and hands are extended down to grasp the feet. It comes from the Sanskrit…
Cakrsana or the Wheel Pose is a yoga exercise asana. It is a backbend that is similar to the bridge in acrobatics and gymnastics. This asana is great for increasing the flexibility of the back as it…
Dhanurasana also known as the Bow Pose or the Naoka'sana boat pose is a backbending Yoga pose. It comes from two Sanskrit words, 'dhanur' which means bow, and asana for pose or posture. This asana…
