There are several types of Yoga Asanas (postures), categorized based on body position and purpose. Here’s a simplified classification:
1. Standing Asanas
These build strength, balance, and stamina.
- Tadasana (Mountain Pose)
- Vrikshasana (Tree Pose)
- Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)
- Virabhadrasana (Warrior Pose)
2. Seated Asanas
Ideal for meditation, breathing, and flexibility.
- Padmasana (Lotus Pose)
- Sukhasana (Easy Pose)
- Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose)
- Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Spinal Twist)
3. Supine Asanas (Lying on the back)
Promote relaxation and improve spinal health.
- Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)
- Pavanamuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose)
- Supta Baddha Konasana (Reclining Bound Angle Pose)
4. Prone Asanas (Lying on the stomach)
Strengthen the back, core, and spine.
- Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)
- Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
- Shalabhasana (Locust Pose)
5. Balancing Asanas
Enhance focus and body awareness.
- Bakasana (Crow Pose)
- Garudasana (Eagle Pose)
- Natarajasana (Dancer’s Pose)
6. Inverted Asanas
Boost circulation and stimulate the brain.
- Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand)
- Halasana (Plough Pose)
- Sirsasana (Headstand)
7. Restorative/Relaxation Asanas
Help the body recover and relax.
- Shavasana (Corpse Pose)
- Balasana (Child’s Pose)
- Makarasana (Crocodile Pose)