In this Foundations of Yoga video, we explore Sarvangasana or Shoulder Stand, also known as Candle Pose. Adriene guides a practice of Shoulder Stand for beginners in this 32 min video.

For this video, you will need two blankets or towels. Remember to focus on the process and the journey rather than the endpoint as we explore the postures of bridge, plough, fish, and shoulder stand.

Shoulder Stand is known as the mother of all asanas, though this asana is not for everybody.*

There are benefits to learning the prep work for this pose allowing you to work at your own pace, safely, and with controlled breathing.

Inversions can seem intimidating, but when done correctly, at your own pace, and with neck integration and awareness, it is possible to enjoy the revitalizing benefits they have to offer at any stage of practice. Benefits of this practice include, increase in immunity, healthy blood flow, healthy digestion, as well as an opportunity to soothe the nervous system and any irritation, with regular practice.

Be mindful and remember, the breath always comes first.

For more videos like this, check out The Foundations Of Yoga Playlist!

Now, hop into something comfy and let’s get inverted!

Namaste.

*Please, speak to your doctor if you think inversions may not be right for you.

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Learn the foundations of Rabbit Pose or Sasangasana with this 15 min workshop practice. Lengthen the spine, stretch your back and boost immunity with this bunny posture.

I love this pose because it reminds me how powerful it is to learn how to be calm, attentive and aware of our breath when we are in tight or uncomfortable situations. This video guides you through the basics and through modifications inviting you to listen to your body, breathe, deepen your practice and Find What Feels Good.

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Time on your yoga mat is time well spent. Learn the Foundations of Pyramid Yoga Pose. Embrace the exploration and time for process in yoga. Use this foundations practice to be with your body, refocus your mind and step into your power. Go deeper. Namaste.

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Learn the foundations of Camel Yoga Pose or Ustrasana. Whether you are learning the basics or looking to go deeper, use this foundational yoga practice to slow it down, tune in and play. Build asana from the ground up with a strong base to explore from. Find support with the breath and commit to a practice that is safe and supported with both strength and ease. Drop the struggle! No need to push. Slow down and get strong! Back-bending is so beneficial for the body and the internal organs of the body. Use this yoga pose to minimize anxiety and gain natural energy boost!

Be mindful. Ask your doctor before practicing backbends if you are injured or healing from injury.

Namaste.

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Build strength and gain stability in the shoulders to find integrity and support for inversions. This posture can help to relieve stress, anxiety and help lift you when you are feeling blue! Practice this pose to create more mobility in the entire body. More mobility, less problems.

Let me know how it goes down below! Enjoy!

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The Foundations Of Yoga Series continues! Adriene leads a 20 min Yoga Practice to prep and practice Revolved Side Angle Pose (Parivrtta Parsvakonasana). Go deeper and learn the foundations of this fierce and powerful posture that offer's loads of benefits for the mind and body.

This sequence is great for those wanting to open and strengthen the body in just 20 min of practice. This practice also offers an opportunity to calm the nervous system and relax a busy mind with conscious mindful breathing or pranayama.

Cultivate a regular practice that supports you by working from your foundation. Namaste.

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Goddess yoga pose, or Utkata Konasana, is fierce! By learning the foundations of this posture and aligning with the breath you can find an awesome empowerment in this asana - rather than frustration or pain. Strengthen the low body, the back body and activate your core! Tap into that power baby. Let's rock!

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Yoga With Adriene gone WILD. Happy Halloween! Get in the spirit and try Wild Thing yoga pose on your yoga mat. A little spooky inspiration to get you motivated towards your mat! Open your heart. Be mindful. Enjoy!!!! Mwahahahaha! #YWAWILD

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It's back to school time and our Back To Basics series continues with Foundations of Flow (Vinyasa). This is a great video for beginners who want to try a Flow class at a local studio! Great for beginners looking to play with rhythm and pace safely on the yoga mat at home! Also great for ANYONE looking to slow it down and get back to basics. Link movement to breath in this Foundation Of Flow practice. Work with integrity to Find What Feels Good for you and to practice synchronizing movement with breath.

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