11 Simple Yoga Poses for Complete Beginner

Mountain Pose (Tadasana)

– Stand tall, feet together – Relax shoulders, breathe deeply – Improves posture and balance

Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)

– Hands and feet on the mat – Hips lifted, back straight – Stretches legs, strengthens arm

Child’s Pose (Balasana)

– Kneel, sit back on heel – Stretch arms forward, forehead down – Relaxes back and calms the mind

Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)

– On hands and knees, alternate arching and rounding your back – Improves flexibility and spine health

Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I)

– One foot forward, one back – Bend front knee, arms overhead – Builds strength and stability

Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II)

– From Warrior I, open arms to side – Strengthens legs and opens hip

Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)

– Stand on one foot, other foot on calf or thigh – Hands together at chest – Improves balance and focu

Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana)

– Sit with legs straight – Fold forward, reaching for feet – Stretches spine and hamstring

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana)

– Lie on back, knees bent – Lift hips up, hands under back – Strengthens back and glute

Corpse Pose (Shavasana)

– Lie flat on your back, arms relaxed – Close eyes, breathe deeply – Calms the body and mind

Closing Tip

Practice these poses 10–15 minutes daily to build strength, flexibility, and inner calm.