Nothing beats a good yoga movement to start the day. 🧘🏻‍♀️ What’s yours?

Yoga is more than just a stretch; it’s the perfect balance of building muscle and finding calm through intentional poses. For beginners, it’s all about restoration and easy-to-follow movements that help you relax and reset. What’s your favorite yoga movement to get into the zone? Let’s dive into my go-to flow and the best ‘fit to match!

What are the poses in yoga called?

In the yoga world, these poses are known as Asanas. If you’re just starting out, Downward Dog and Child’s Pose (aka your best friend when you need a break) are the big ones you’ll see everywhere. Here are a few other common ones you’ll likely encounter:

Cat-Cow: This is usually the first thing you’ll do to wake up your spine. You just flow back and forth between arching your back like a cat and dropping your belly. It feels amazing if you’ve been sitting at a desk all day.

Sun Salutations: Think of this as the “standard” yoga warm-up. It’s a little flow where you move through a few different moves—like a plank and a little backbend—to get your heart rate up.

The Warriors (I & II): These are the classic “power” poses. They’re all about leg strength and feeling steady. Warrior II is the one where you’re stretching your arms out wide—you’ll feel it in your quads for sure!

Downward-Facing Dog: Probably the most famous pose. It’s basically an upside-down “V.” It can be a bit tough on the arms at first, but it’s the best way to stretch out your hamstrings.

Tree Pose: This is the big balance test. You stand on one leg and try not to wobble. It’s great for focus, but don’t worry if you fall out of it—everyone does.

Child’s Pose: The absolute best part of class. It’s a resting pose where you just curl up on the mat. If a class gets too intense, you can always just hang out here until you’re ready to jump back in.

Triangle Pose: You’ll feel this one all along your sides. It’s a standing stretch where you reach down toward your foot and open your chest up toward the ceiling.

Bridge Pose: A nice way to strengthen your glutes and open up your chest. You lie on your back and lift your hips up—it’s like a mini backbend that isn’t too intimidating.

Elevate your flow with the perfect yoga fit

There’s a special kind of magic in a movement that both builds muscle and calms the mind. Finding that restorative balance is key—and having the right outfit makes the flow even better!