Try It Now: Yoga

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Why You'll Love Yoga
1. Warrior II (standing pose)
2. Tree (balancing pose)
3. Downward Dog (partial inversion)
4. Wide-Legged Forward Fold (forward bend)
5. Bridge Pose (back bend)
6. Seated Spinal Twist (twist)
Find Your Yoga Style

2. Tree (balancing pose)

Stretches and strengthens: Butt, thighs, calves, ankles, chest, and shoulders; improves balance

Stand with arms at sides.
Shift weight onto left leg and place sole of right foot inside left thigh, keeping hips facing forward.
Once balanced, bring hands in front of you in prayer position, palms together.
On an inhalation, extend arms over shoulders, palms separated and facing each another. Stay for 30 seconds.
Lower and repeat on opposite side.

Make it easier: Bring your right foot to the inside of your left ankle, keeping your toes on the floor for balance. As you get stronger and develop better balance, move your foot to the inside of your left calf.

Next: 3. Downward Dog (partial inversion)

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