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n Sanskrit, 'Padma' means lotus, 'asana' means pose and 'ardha' means half. So translated literally, this means a yoga pose which is half of the Padmasana or Lotus Yoga Pose. The Half Lotus pose is one of the seated poses of yoga. Simply put, it is a pose where you sit cross-legged.

Hatha Yoga poses or rather the sequences are ideal for beginners, and this explains the popularity of Hatha Yoga for beginners. A Hatha Yoga class is typically slow paced with the sequences consisting of slow and deliberate stretching in combination with simple breath control techniques or pranayams, and a certain degree of meditation. The ease with which beginners can be introduced to yoga is one of the most striking benefits of Hatha Yoga.

Yoga provides the right exercise for children by being non-competitive and gentle. They are perfectly safe and will help them release their stress and enhance energy. As children, their minds are pure and their bodies flexible, which means that they will able to learn the poses very easily.

Anjaneyasana is referred to as the Crescent Moon Yoga Pose. The posture is sometimes referred to as the Crescent Lunge Pose or Yoga Lunge Pose because the movement requires a slight forward lunge to achieve it perfectly.

There are many resources available online for yoga practitioners. "Yoga Poses" will incorporate all prominent poses. Do's & Dont's...and Many more.....................

The Trikonasana, or triangle yoga pose, is one such pose that can ensure that all your worries leave your mind and your body receives a good stretch. You've probably already performed the triangle yoga pose unknowingly, because it is a common stretching exercise that is used in many disciplines.

Ardha Chandrasana is also called Half Moon Pose. It is so called because when the pose is assumed, the shape of the torso and the outstretched limbs resemble that of a crescent moon. This pose works on the various parts of the body such as the groins, thighs, knees, calves, ankles, abdomen, spine, chest and shoulders, and proves beneficial to the body in many ways.

Matsya is the Sanskrit word for "fish", and hence, the matsya pose is commonly known as the "fish pose." The ancient yoga texts place great emphasis on this yoga fish pose and have termed it the "destroyer of all diseases".

By Dr. Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500 Understanding Yoga anatomy is critical to understanding the benefits and risks, of practicing and teaching, Yoga asanas or pranayama techniques. The study of human anatomy will teach you about the organization and intricate functioning of the human skeleton, muscles, internal organs, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage. A good Yoga instructor will have a firm foundation in the anatomy of Yoga, so that he or she is aware of the correct alignment of Yoga poses and the safest way to move in and out of the asanas. A firm understanding of the anatomy of the respiratory system is also very helpful for teaching Yoga students correct breathing techniques, which will leave them with a feeling of energized calmness.

Parsvottanasana or the Yoga Pyramid Pose is a standing pose, where you bend forward and downward, so that in its most flexible form, your head is almost touching your ankles. It thus provides a great stretch to your hamstrings and lengthens your spine. It also includes proper breathing techniques as your perform the posture.

While the beginner at Yoga may find that some yoga accessories are not essential, once you get past that stage you will find that certain items will not only make those exercises much easier, but safer too. When you don't have to worry about where your essentials are or whether you are going to slip out of your yoga pose you will be able to concentrate on doing it with a much better focus.

While the beginner at Yoga may find that some yoga accessories are not essential, once you get past that stage you will find that certain items will not only make those exercises much easier, but safer too. When you don't have to worry about where your essentials are or whether you are going to slip out of your yoga pose you will be able to concentrate on doing it with a much better focus.

Bikram Yoga incorporates two breathing techniques and twenty six different postures; each posture is performed twice in every session. Bikram Yoga is unique in the fact that it has to be performed in a heated room at temperatures of 95 to 100 °F and with a 40% level of humidity; hence, the name hot yoga.

'Pada' means feet, 'ut' means intense and 'tan' means to stretch, while 'asana' is pose or posture. All put together it means intense leg or foot stretch. Usually, it is referred to as the Prasarita Padottanasana, where 'prasarita' again means to extend. It can be explained as a Standing Forward Bend or Forward Bend Yoga and is one of the fundamental standing postures in Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga.

Supine poses are the ones which are performed while lying on the back, facing upwards. These are usually done at the end of a yoga practice session, since they help to relax the body and release stress. Many of them also help to stretch the body to its maximum and thus increase flexibility and strength of those regions.

The Hanumanasana or Yoga Monkey Pose is a kneeling posture with a deep intense seated splits. It looks simple, but requires great flexibility to perform it.

This yoga also is known to have a more relaxed way of positioning the body and working on the postures. It is also not as vigorous as Ashtanga yoga, which is known as Power yoga. The interesting part of Viniyoga is that, the postures are modified as per the need of every student. That is the reason why Viniyoga is also known as a therapeutic yoga.

The healing power of laughter is well known, and when laughter and yoga are combined, it is even more beneficial.

The Head to Knee Forward Bend or the Janu Sirsasana is a stretching pose and should not be attempted by you. There is no substitute for the physical guidance of a yoga instructor. But it also helps to read about the poses that you are about to learn. Here is how you can do the Head to Knee Forward Bend.

This is a relatively simple posture, though it is advisable to take the help of a yoga teacher to learn the pose. Here is a step by step guide to help you understand the Revolved Triangle Pose better.

Matsyendrasana helps to stretch and relax the spine. It is often recommended for those who suffer from frequent back aches because it can relieve the pressure on the spinal column and cure back pains. However, if you suffer from a degenerative disk, it is advised that you do not practice any spinal twist yoga poses.