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Yoga is a holistic form of movement that offers physical and mental benefits.

Regular practitioners can look forward to increasing flexibility, strength and balance while reducing stress and improving sleep quality.

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Yoga can be practiced in many controls, including at home, with little equipment or specialized clothing.

Incorporating these three poses into your routine will help you stretch, strengthen and improve coordination.

Adding one that improves balance makes for a well-rounded session.

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Below are some tips for getting started with good form in these postures.

It’s a great way to bring energy into the body while gently stimulating the spine and internal organs.

it’s possible for you to also use additional padding under your hands and knees.

Jennifer performing cat cow pose

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Another option is to perform a barrel roll.

If you struggle to balance, stand a few inches from a wall on your standing leg side.

Knowing its there will help build confidence.

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For a progression, try closing your eyes once youve found your steady stance.

Supine spine twist (Supta Matsyendrasana II)

A stretching posture that relaxes the shoulders, back and spine.

Twists can help with back pain and may also aid digestion.

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Support your legs with bolsters, pillows, or blocks, if you prefer.

Next, drop the legs to the left.

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Woman performing a back stretch in upward facing dog on yoga mat by the water during stretching routine

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