10 Yoga Poses for Beginners

Yoga is not all headstands and back-bends. You don’t have to be flexible to start practicing yoga. You don’t have to be strong or a certain weight; you don’t even have to be mobile. Yoga is for anyone and everyone, and is extremely diverse. Everyone, from people with injuries or recovering from illness to people in wheelchairs or severe arthritis can reap the incredible benefits of yoga!

If you are new to yoga, there are certain postures that are essential for you to learn so you can feel comfortable in a class or practicing on your own at home. There are over 300 positions in the physical yoga (asana) practice, but these poses can start you off on the right path. If you do each one of these for 5-10 breaths, it also creates a great beginner’s yoga program for you to do every day.
 
Above are my picks for the 10 most important yoga poses for beginners. As always, consult your physician prior to beginning any yoga regimen. Remember to always practice yoga within your own means and modify poses when needed.