Balancing Yoga Poses

Build a strong foundation for your asana practice with these balancing yoga poses. Get step-by-step instructions and reap the benefits.

a:Eagle Pose

b:Extended Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose

In Extended Hand-to-big-toe Pose, maintaining solid grounding through the standing foot helps keep you steady.

c:Half Moon Pose

Say hello to leg and ankle strength as you seek stability and extend into this balancing pose, Half Moon Pose.

d:Handstand

Do you know Mountain Pose? Flip it upside down and you have Handstand. Go ahead, try.

e:Lord of the Dance Pose

Want to, like, connect with cosmic energy? Nataraja is another name for Shiva and his dance symbolizes cosmic energy. Natarajasana, or Lord of the Dance Pose.

f:Supported Shoulderstand

This version of Shoulderstand is performed with blanket support under the shoulders.