5 Yoga Poses for Beginners

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So I just recently left my “real” job in order to focus on blogging. It’s a huge step but one of the things that concerned me the most about not having a regular job was whether I would be getting out of the house and staying active enough. This is why I decided to join a gym.

I love the classes that a gym has to offer — in particular yoga. Doing yoga gives me the opportunity to work on my strength and flexibility while the class itself gets me out of the house and keeps me social.

I am still a beginner, but being able to stretch while feeling my body getting stronger is amazing. What is even better is that even when I don’t have class I can do some of the poses at home.

I wanted to share a few of the poses that I do at home with you. I recruited my sister to give me a hand (because it would be hard to do poses AND take pictures). These are five of my favorites.

Tree Pose

This pose helps to improve concentration as well as balance. It also helps to strengthen the outer hips and arches of the feet.

Triangle

This pose helps to improve flexibility (if you aren’t flexible it may be challenging at first). In addition, it helps to promote balance, as well as stretch the hamstrings and inner thighs.

Cobra

This pose is essentially a back bend which stretches muscles in the arms, front of the torso, and shoulders as well as the back. It is ideal for reducing back pain.

Bound Angle

This is is a pretty easy pose that will give your inner thighs and groin a good stretch. Plus, you can adjust the amount of stretch by moving your heels closer to your body.

Sirsasana

This pose is one that you probably don’t want to start with, but when you get it you will feel pretty badass! The body is completely inverted and held upright by the forearms with your head lightly resting on the ground. It helps strengthen your arms, legs, and vertical column.

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