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Asanas - Basic Yoga Positions

The Asanas are the basic sitting, standing, and reclining positions of Hatha Yoga. We reshape ourselves by placing our bodies in these poses.
A Fes Asanas
Start your yoga routine with with breathing and centering. Learn a few simple asanas, and gradually add more.
Asana Fundamentals
Not only do we do postures, but we do a variety for the reasons that Eric Shifman explains very well.
Yoga Posture Page
The stick figures will guide to in doing the asanas. The idea of vinyasas or sequences is explained.
Yoga Postures
A very thorough presentation of the asanas, cautions and their benefits. It's truly a gold mine!
Yoga Postures Step by Step
An absolutely incredible resource. Each asana has a photo, difficulty rating, clear instructions, plus variations.
What Are Yoga Postures?
They're called Asanas, and you'll find the most common ones here in a pull-down menu. Not only do you get a definition of each pose, but there's also an animated silhouette which shows you how to do it! There's also an fuller index which is illustrated by photographs. Highly recommended.

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