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Sphinx Pose (Salamba Bhujangasana): A Gentle Backbend in Yoga

A gentle backbend that strengthens the spine and opens the chest. Lie on your stomach with forearms on the floor and lift your chest and head, keeping your hips grounded.

By: Dr. Divya Nagpal

Reverse Warrior Pose (Viparita Virabhadrasana)

A challenging pose that strengthens the legs, opens the hips, and improves balance. It involves extending one leg back and bending the other knee, reaching the front arm forward and the back arm overhead.

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Plow Pose (Halasana) - Yoga Inversion Pose

This pose is an inversion that strengthens the shoulders and neck, stimulates the thyroid gland, and helps to detoxify the body. It is also believed to relieve stress and improve digestion.

By: Rajwant Singh

Camel Pose (Ustrasana) - Yoga Backbend Pose

A deep backbend that opens the chest and stretches the front of the body. It strengthens the back muscles, improves posture, and promotes energy flow.

By: Dr. Divya Nagpal

Bow Pose (Dhanurasana) - Yoga Backbend Pose

Bow pose strengthens the back muscles, opens the chest and shoulders, and stretches the front of the body. It also improves digestion and stimulates the abdominal organs.

By: Rajwant Singh

Fish Pose (Matsyasana) - Yoga Chest-Opening Pose

A deep backbend that stretches the chest, shoulders, and spine. It also stimulates the thyroid gland and can help relieve stress.

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Happy Baby Pose (Ananda Balasana)

A gentle, relaxing pose that stretches the inner thighs, groin, and lower back. It encourages a sense of calm and ease.

By: Dr. Divya Nagpal

Pigeon Pose (Kapotasana)

Pigeon Pose is a deep hip opener that stretches the hip flexors, piriformis, and glutes. It also opens the chest and shoulders, and can improve flexibility in the spine.

By: Healthtrip Team

Boat Pose (Naukasana) - Yoga Core and Balance Pose

Boat Pose strengthens the core, improves balance, and stretches the hamstrings. It requires a strong core and good balance.

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Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)

This gentle movement stretches the spine and warms up the body. Inhale to arch your back (cow pose) and exhale to round your spine (cat pose).

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Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) - Yoga Backbend and Chest-Opening Pose

Cobra pose is a gentle backbend that strengthens the spine and opens the chest. It also stimulates the abdominal organs and improves digestion.

By: Dr. Divya Nagpal

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) - Yoga Backbend and Strength Pose

Bridge pose is a backbend that strengthens the back, glutes, and hamstrings. It also opens the chest and improves posture.

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