The 7 Best Yoga Poses for Stress Relief

Shed stress and anxiety by incorporating these easy yoga poses and stretches into your daily routine.

HEALTHY YOGA POSES

Stick Pose (Yastikasana)

Lie face up on the floor with your legs extended and feet together. Extend your arms above your head so they’re resting on the ground, arms parallel with each other.

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Reclining Bound Angle With Bolster (Supta Baddha Konasana)

Place a bolster (you can also use several folded-up blankets, or a rolled up towel) lengthwise on your mat and lie back on the bolster/blankets so they support your spine, neck, and head.

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Legs Up the Wall Pose (Viparita Karani)

Sit with one side of your body against a wall. From this position, lie onto your back and move your legs so they’re extended up against the wall, feet either together or hip-width apart, and your ankles relaxed.

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Rag Doll Pose (Uttanasana Variation)

Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Bend your knees and fold forward from your hips. Let the crown of your head hang toward the ground and be heavy.

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One-Legged Seated Forward Bend (Janu Shirasasana)

Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you. Bend your right knee and place your right foot against your left thigh. Sitting tall, extend both arms over your head as you stretch up.

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