'Asanas' in Sanskrit means posture. Yoga asanas are designed to promote, a state of mental and physical well-being or good health. This may be defined as the condition that is experienced when all the organs function effectively under the intelligent control of the mind. These have an extraordinary capacity to rejuvenate and bring the entire system into a state of balance.

We will share some basic yoga postures and their benefits in the following slides:

Sukhasana

• This is a starting position that helps focus awareness on breathing and the body; helps strengthen lower back and open the groin and hips

Tadasana• Improves posture, balance and self-awareness

Uttanasana 

• Stretches the legs and spine, rests the heart and neck, relaxes mind and body

Trikonasana

• Stretches the spine, opens the torso, improves balance and concentration

Virabhadrasana

• Strengthens legs and arms; improves balance and concentration; builds confidence

Bhujangasana

• Stretches the spine, strengthens the back and arms, opens the chest and heart

Adho Mukha Svanasana

• Builds strength, flexibility and awareness; stretches the spine and hamstrings; rests the heart

Janu Shirshasana

• Stretches and opens back and hamstrings, improves flexibility

Ardha Sarvangasana

• Promotes proper thyroid function, strengthens abdomen, stretches upper back, improves blood circulation, induces relaxation

Sethu Bandhasa

• Increases flexibility and suppleness; strengthens the lower back and abdominal muscles; opens the chest

 Savasana

• Relaxes and refreshes the body and mind, relieves stress and anxiety, quiets the mind

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