Yoga Asana Protocol

A complete Yogic routine inspired by Swami Sivananda and traditional Yogic teachings.

ॐ सह नाववतु ।

सह नौ भुनक्तु ।

सह वीर्यं करवावहै ।

तेजस्वि नावधीतमस्तु मा विद्विषावहै ।

ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥

Preparation

Prepare body and mind before practice

  • Apply Ghee or Oil to forehead and temples.
  • Repeat Prayer and AUM 3 Times.
  • Awareness of surroundings and breath.

Shodhan Kriya

  • Kapalbhati
  • A-U-M
  • Agnisar
  • A-U-M
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Yoga Asana Sequence

All 20 asanas, in practice order — tap watch video to follow along

01 Tadasana
Standing Pose

warm up

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01 Tadasana
Standing Pose

Tadasana

The foundation pose. Improves posture, balance and full-body alignment while grounding the mind.

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02 Vriksha Asana
Balance

Vriksha Asana

The tree pose. Sharpens focus and balance while strengthening the legs and core.

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03 Surya Namaskar
Full Sequence

Surya Namaskar

Twelve poses performed with deep breathing that infuse life into the body and mind, keeping you fresh through the day.

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04 Shavasana
Relaxation

Shavasana

The corpse pose. Provides deep relaxation, relieves stress and restores mental balance.

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05 Pawan Mukt Asana
Digestive

Pawan Mukt Asana

The wind-releasing pose. Eases trapped gas, improves digestion and loosens the hips and knees.

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06 Sarvangasana
Inversion

Sarvangasana

The shoulder stand. Improves circulation, strengthens the shoulders and core, and lifts overall vitality.

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07 Matsyasana
Backbend

Matsyasana

The fish pose. Opens the chest, improves posture and supports healthy respiration.

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08 Halasana
Forward Fold

Halasana

The plough pose. Improves spinal flexibility, strengthens the back and shoulders and stimulates the abdominal organs.

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09 Paschimottanasana
Forward Fold

Paschimottanasana

The seated forward bend. Stretches the spine and hamstrings, and aids digestion and relaxation.

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10 Shirshasana
Inversion

Shirshasana

The headstand. Activates the whole body and enhances focus, circulation and energy.

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11 Sheshank Asana
Relaxation

Sheshank Asana

The rabbit pose. Relaxes the nervous system, stretches the spine and calms the mind.

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12 Bhujang / Sarpasana
Backbend

Bhujang / Sarpasana

The cobra pose. Strengthens the spine, opens the chest and improves flexibility.

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13 Shalabhasana
Backbend

Shalabhasana

The locust pose. Strengthens the lower back, glutes and legs.

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14 Dhanurasana
Backbend

Dhanurasana

The bow pose. Improves spinal flexibility and strengthens the back and shoulders.

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15
Backbend

Chakrasana

The wheel pose. Builds strength, flexibility and balance across the whole body.

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16 Ardha Matsyendrasana
Twist

Ardha Matsyendrasana

The half spinal twist. Improves spinal mobility and gently massages the internal organs.

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17 Ustrasana
Backbend

Ustrasana

The camel pose. Opens the chest and stretches the entire front body.

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18 Simhasana
Facial Release

Simhasana

The lion pose. Releases facial and jaw tension and stimulates the throat.

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19 Mayurasana
Arm Balance

Mayurasana

The peacock pose. Strengthens the arms and wrists and stimulates digestion.

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20
Breathing

Pranayama

Breathing practices that calm the mind, balance the nervous system and build vital energy.

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Complete Yoga Asana Video Archive

Watch every pose from this Sivananda-inspired sequence in one place

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