An Index of Yoga Poses

The heart of any yoga practice is the performance of yoga positions (called asanas), each of which has specific physical and and mental benefits. For each pose here you will find instructions, photos, and the benefits of the pose. The poses below are listed alphabetically by the English name. The subtopics below allow you to find poses by the Sanskrit name, area of anatomical focus (such as legs or spine), and by photo. You can also find suggested sequences of poses.