Yoga Poses And What They Are For

Each yoga represents a different aspect in the healing and enhancement of the general health of the individual. By strengthening each body part including abdominal muscles and the area around and near the spinal cord better health is assured 

Each yoga pose teaches the body to bear its own weight in that area rather than rely on other muscle to share or take on the weight . It also helps to enhance the inner self assurance.

The Poses:

The mountain posse is one of the easiest and most commonly used set of poses . It is possible to be so easy that it can be learnt straight from books, This pose works as a good remedy to self healing and relaxation.

The bird of paradise pose contributes to the strengthening  of the leg muscles. It also improves the balance by ensuring the focus stays on the intended muscles and not dependant on any others.It also helps to improve balancing while loosening the groins and hamstrings.

The bridge pose takes a little getting used to but it works effectively on the spinal area. Besides the main aim of strengthening the spine , it opens the chest and improves spinal flexibility , and stimulates the thyroid.

The cobra pose is the another pose that effects on the spinal area. It increases the flexibility of the spine and helps for relieving back pains.

The dolphin pose is similar to the dog pose and is used to enhance the blood flow and it is particularly useful for those with wrist problems commonly associated with painist, computer users and writers.

The dragon fly pose or also known as the humming bird pose is quite difficult but requires a lot of practice but once achieved it contributes to strengthening the arms and ability to balance.

There are many poses and its never ending if one wants to explore further .

However in order to be effective it is recommended that only a few poses should be picked and used at any given time .