Yoga Pose & Skills Guide

Welcome to our step-by-step yoga pose & skill guide! Learn each asana’s benefits, target areas, and modifications with an unobstructed view of the human body in each pose. Namaste.

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Plow Pose

Plow Pose

Plow Pose deeply stretches the spine and hamstrings, while calming the mind and reducing stress. This inversion improves flexibility, aids digestion, and promotes better circulation.

Inversion, Level: Intermediate, Shoulder StandTrue Naked YogaSeptember 25, 2024Back, Neck, Shoulders, Hamstrings

Head-to-Knee Pose

Head-to-Knee Pose

Janu Sirsasana aka Head-to-Knee Pose is renowned for its deep stretch to the hamstrings and spine. This seated yoga pose promotes flexibility, aids digestion, and offers a calming effect on the mind.

Seated, Forward Bend, Level: BeginnerTrue Naked YogaFebruary 3, 2024Hips, Hamstrings, Quads, Shoulders

Warrior III Pose

Warrior III Pose

Unlock your inner strength and balance with Warrior III pose. Discover the physical and mental benefits of this dynamic posture while learning step-by-step instructions on how to achieve proper alignment and build stability in your yoga practice.

Standing, Level: Intermediate, BalancingTrue Naked YogaJune 21, 2023Shoulders, Core, Back, Hamstrings

Bridge Pose

Bridge Pose

By practicing Bridge Pose pose regularly, you can improve your posture, increase flexibility in the spine and hips, and experience greater calm and relaxation.

Backbend, Level: BeginnerTrue Naked YogaApril 12, 2023Spine, Chest, Glutes, Core, Shoulders

Three-Legged Downward Dog Pose

Three-Legged Downward Dog Pose

Three-Legged Downward Facing Dog Pose, is a variation of the classic Downward Dog that offers an extra challenge to your core, shoulders, and legs. Learn how in 7 easy steps.

Inversion, Forward Bend, Level: Intermediate, Hip OpenerTrue Naked YogaMarch 22, 2023Arms, Shoulders, Back, Hamstrings, Calves, Legs, Hips, Chest

King Pigeon Pose

King Pigeon Pose

King Pigeon Pose, also known as Mermaid Pose or Eka Pada Rajakapotasana, is a popular yoga posture that combines deep hip opening and backbending.

Backbend, Level: Advanced, SeatedTrue Naked YogaMarch 17, 2023Shoulders, Spine, Chest, Hips, Glutes

Crow Pose

Crow Pose

Crow Pose aka Bakasana is an intermediate arm balance that stretches and strengthens the arms, wrists, shoulders, and back.

Core Pose, Arm Balance, Level: IntermediateTrue Naked YogaMarch 2, 2023Core, Shoulders, Arms, Abs, Back

Dancer Pose

Dancer Pose

Dancer Pose aka Natarajasana is an intermediate-to-advanced standing backbend that opens the chest and shoulders while strengthening the legs and core.

Standing, Balancing, Level: Intermediate, Backbend, Level: AdvancedTrue Naked YogaFebruary 23, 2023Shoulders, Legs, Ankles, Spine, Core, Chest

Side Plank Pose

Side Plank Pose

Side Plank Pose aka Vasisthasana is a beginner-to-intermediate arm balance that fires up the core and upper body muscles.

Level: Beginner, Core Pose, Arm BalanceTrue Naked YogaFebruary 3, 2023Core, Biceps, Shoulders, Thighs

Extended Puppy Pose

Extended Puppy Pose

Extended Puppy Pose aka Uttana Shishosana is simultaneously a backbend and a forward fold, and is great to lengthen the spine and calm the mind.

Backbend, Forward Bend, Level: BeginnerTrue Naked YogaJuly 13, 2022Spine, Chest, Shoulders, Hips

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose aka Ardha Matsyendrasana is an intermediate seated spinal twist that is both restorative and energizing.

Level: Intermediate, Spinal Twist, Hip OpenerTrue Naked YogaJuly 12, 2022Spine, Back, Hips, Shoulders

Eagle Pose

Eagle Pose

Eagle Pose aka Garudasana is an intermediate standing balancing pose that opens the back and shoulders, while strengthening the legs and hips.

Standing, Balancing, Level: IntermediateTrue Naked YogaJuly 12, 2022Hips, Shoulders, Legs, Upper Back, Calves, Where to Start - 3

Warrior II Pose

Warrior II Pose

Warrior II Pose aka Virabhadrasana II is a continuation in the Warrior series. It utilizes the majority of muscle groups and requires a tremendous amount of focus to keep your form aligned properly.

Level: Beginner, StandingTrue Naked YogaJuly 1, 2022Shoulders, Legs, Hips, Core, Where to Start - 2

Chair Pose

Chair Pose

Chair Pose aka Utkatasana is an all-levels standing pose that strengthens the core and legs while stretching the shoulders, chest, and abdomen.

Level: Beginner, StandingTrue Naked YogaDecember 16, 2021Quads, Glutes, Core, Shoulders, Chest

Bow Pose

Bow Pose

Bow Pose aka Dhanurasana is an intermediate backbend and chest-opener pose that will have you feeling energized and accomplished.

Level: Intermediate, Backbend, Chest OpenerTrue Naked YogaDecember 15, 2021Spine, Hip Flexors, Chest, Shoulders, Where to Start - 3

Crescent Pose

Crescent Pose

Crescent Pose aka Anjaneyasana is a beginner-to intermediate standing backbend pose that stretches and strengthens the hip flexors and quads.

Level: Beginner, Backbend, StandingTrue Naked YogaDecember 15, 2021Hip Flexors, Quads, Chest, Shoulders, Where to Start - 2

Downward Facing Dog

Downward Facing Dog

Downward Facing Dog aka Adho Mukha Svanasana is an all-levels forward bend and mild inversion, and one of the most common poses in yoga.

Inversion, Forward Bend, Level: BeginnerTrue Naked YogaDecember 15, 2021Arms, Shoulders, Back, Hamstrings, Calves, Ankles, Where to Start - 1

Triangle Pose

Triangle Pose

Triangle Pose aka Trikonasana is a beginner-friendly standing pose that is an essential building block towards achieving more challenging postures.

Level: Beginner, StandingTrue Naked YogaDecember 14, 2021Hips, Knees, Thighs, Hamstrings, Shoulders, Where to Start - 2

Upward Facing Dog

Upward Facing Dog

Upward Facing Dog aka Urdhva Mukha Svanasana is a foundational asana and essential link between Chaturanga and Downward Dog.

Level: Beginner, Backbend, Chest OpenerTrue Naked YogaDecember 14, 2021Front Torso, Hip Flexors, Shoulders, Spine, Lungs, Where to Start - 1