Keep Calm & Stay Fit With These 5 Yoga Poses Perfect For Beginners

By elaine.kiew on 17 Mar 2019

Have you ever noticed how most female yogis always seem to rock toned bodies? If you are looking to get into a sport that can help you keep calm and stay in shape (or get into shape), yoga is the way.

Yoga is a practice popular among many, especially women, as it helps one to build strength and flexibility. Aside from the physical benefits, some also pursue it religiously to find a form of inner peace.

Today, let's take a look at five yoga poses that are perfect for beginners to begin their journey to build strength and flexibility! Note them down, find a comfortable spot at home to try this sequence and find your balance.

#1 Mountain Pose

This may look simple and feels like a regular standing pose but it is the base for all standing poses and you would need to master this before moving onto more complex moves!

How to

Stand upright with your feet together
Press all ten toes down and spread them open
Inhale and exhale as you lift your chest and press the tops of your shoulders down

#2 Downward Facing Dog

This pose is used in many yoga practices and classes and can stretch and strengthen your entire body!

How to

Get on all fours and lift your hips up, drawing them up towards your heels
Straighten your legs while keeping your hips back. If your hamstrings are tight, keep your knees slightly bent to avoid hurting yourself
Hold that position for about 30 seconds before getting back to rest position

#3 Plank

You must have heard about how hard it is to plank. If you are just getting started it can be challenging but once you master the art of balancing on your hands while your body supports you, you will be a guru in no time.

How to

Get on all fours and lift your legs up and off the mat and your palms flat on your mat
Keep your shoulders down, away from your ears and ensure that you straighten a straight posture

#4 Tree

This position is perfect for beginners to work on their balancing game. While you keep your body balanced on one foot, your breathing game is put to the test

How to

Place your feet together then slowly lift your right foot up to rest on your inner left thigh
Press your hands together in a prayer position
Hold the position and take about 8 to 10 breaths and switch your foot
Keep your body straight and your shoulders relaxed

#5 Child's Pose

The Child's Pose is every yoga practitioners' go-to resting pose. Whenever you feel tired or need to relieve some tension or stress, give this pose a try

How to