Adho Mukha Svanasana - Downward Facing Dog

an energizing and refreshing pose; develops great strength and freedom of movement in the upper body

Dhanurasana - Bow Pose

strengthens the back and opens the chest, heart and lungs

Salamba Sarvangasana - Supported Shoulderstand

improves circulation and blood supply to the brain; stimulates brain power, mental function; improves memory and concentration

Ustrasana - Camel Pose

expands the chest, heart and lungs; stimulates the thyroid gland; opens the groin; tones the thighs, abdomen, neck and back; promotes deep breathing

Virabhadrasana - Warrior II

harnesses energy and strength; tones and strengthens the thighs; enhances the flexibility of the legs

Setu Bandha Sarvangasana - Bridge Pose

stimulates the spineand the glands in the neck; strengthens legs; opens the chest; develops flexibility and strength in the abdominal and pelvic muscles

Matsyasana - Fish Pose

strengthens the spine, neck, chest and respiratory system; an ideal counterpose to Sarvangasana (shoulderstand)

Ardha Chandrasana - Crescent Moon Pose

opens and expands the chest; builds strength in the upper and lower back, thighs and abdominal muscles

Halasana - Plough Pose

stimulates the thyroid gland; restful for the heart; stretches the upper back and neck; relieves bloating, tension and insomnia

Bhujangasana - Cobra Pose

tones the digestive, respiratory and nervous systems; develops strength and flexibility in the upper spine; is refreshing and invigorating

Balasana - Child's Pose

gently decompresses the spine and soothes the back and heart; restful for the head, face and eyes; promotes calming, steadying, grounding

Savasana - Corpse Pose

allows the body to relax; relieves fatigue and tension; centers the mind, reinvigorating