Big Toe Pose
BeginnerCalming
Big Toe Pose is a standing forward fold where the first two fingers hook around the big toes.…
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Choose an area to find poses that involve movement, mobility, strength or support there. A body-area label describes what a pose asks of that region. It does not mean the pose treats pain or a medical condition.
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calves in yoga practice
These poses use or move through the calves as part of the overall posture. Start with a comfortable option and use each pose guide for modifications and safety notes.
Downward-Facing Dog
BeginnerEnergising
Downward-Facing Dog is a whole-body pose that asks the hands to press, the hips to lift and the…
Half Splits Pose
BeginnerNeutral
Half Splits is a kneeling hamstring stretch with one leg extended forward and the hips moving back. It…
Hands Under Feet Pose
IntermediateCalming
Hands Under Feet Pose is a standing forward fold where the palms slide under the soles of the…
High Lunge
BeginnerEnergising
High Lunge is a strong standing pose that builds heat through the legs while asking for balance, length…
Mountain Pose
BeginnerNeutral
Mountain Pose is a simple standing shape that teaches how to organise your weight, legs, pelvis and spine…
Pyramid Pose
IntermediateNeutral
Pyramid Pose is a split-stance forward fold that asks for steady feet, clear hip alignment and a long…
Standing Forward Fold
BeginnerCalming
Standing Forward Fold is a simple fold from the hips that can gently lengthen the back of the…
Three-Legged Downward Dog
IntermediateEnergising
Three-Legged Downward Dog builds on Downward-Facing Dog by asking one leg to lift without losing length through the…
Toe Stand
AdvancedEnergising
Toe Stand is a compact one-leg balance done from a figure-four setup. It asks for ankle stability, control…
Warrior I
BeginnerEnergising
Warrior I is a standing lunge with the back heel grounded and the arms reaching up. It asks…
Warrior II
BeginnerEnergising
Warrior II is a wide standing pose with one knee bent, one leg straight and the arms reaching…
Wide-Legged Forward Fold
BeginnerCalming
Wide-Legged Forward Fold opens into the backs of the legs and the inner hips while also asking for…