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Yoga Basic Positions for Beginners

By Suresh Kumar
Sep 25, 2009
The first step when beginning yoga is to learn how to execute the fundamental poses first before attempting to move on to the superior poses. Learning yoga can be cone in many different ways including hiring a Yoga Teacher, using a DVD or taking a local yoga class.

Postures or yoga are categorized into five categories which include Twisting Pose, Inverted Pose, Forward Bend Pose, Backward Bend Pose and finally Standing Poses. It is crucial for a student to learn the correct alignment for each posture. A Standing pose can assist you if you find yourself at work and unable to focus and concentrate on a particular project. By implementing this pose, you will regain focus, concentration and inner balance.

Some Famous Yoga Balancing Poses:

You can practice the following yoga balancing postures whenever you feel scattered or puzzled. They will help to stabilize your energy and will develop your capacity to concentrate. You must take your own time to get into the pose, concentrate on your breath and be cool and composed with yourself once you are into the pose.

1. Vrkasana (The Tree Pose):

A beautiful pose based on balance and concentration. This pose allows you to stand on one leg while you focus on the connection between your foot and the floor. With your arms extended towards the ceiling, you will find renewed self-confidence, alertness and focus.

2. Garudasana (The Eagle Pose):

The eagle pose which is also known as Garudasana, helps you improve your balance and to achieve clear and focused mind. If you practice this pose often, you can strengthen your knees, toes and legs as it stretches your arms and back. It also opens up the Pelvic area. You must keep your Spinal Cord erect and your shoulder and hips must face forward. You need to be careful if you have shoulder, hip, knee, arm or joint problems.

3. Paripurna Navasana (The Boat Pose):

The boat pose is a seated balancing pose and is perfect to improve the strength of the stomach muscles. This pose boosts the flow in the stomach and ease lower back pain by strengthening the spinal muscles. Since you balance on your buttocks, your mentality becomes calmer and steadier.

These three balancing poses help to promote a deeper sense of inner stability and a more focused mind. With continual practice, it will become simpler to maintain a centered, balanced life.
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