Hatha Yoga Poses (Asanas) are the physical postures and exercises that provide gentle stretching and help make your muscles and joints more supple and flexible. They also benefit the nervous system, and circulation increasing the energy levels within the body.

Some of the basic Hatha Yoga Poses are

• The Seated Forward Bend

In this posture a stretch is given to the entire back of the body, from the heels up to the top of the head.

• The Cobra

This posture stimulates the nerves at the bottom of the spine, stretches and tones the abdominal muscles, and stretches the neck and chest area.

• The Bridge

These postures massage your thyroid gland helping to regulate your metabolism. The first two variations are relatively easy whilst the third one may require a little more patience.

• The Spinal Twist

Lie flat on the back and bring the knees bent into the air, raising the feet off the ground.

• The Child’s Pose

This stretch is good to follow the “cobra” as it stretches the spine in the opposite direction.  Read more... (472 words, 1 image, estimated 1:53 mins reading time)