Beginner Yoga Poses

   For many, exercising involves an array of stereotypical workouts including biking, running, jogging, and lifting. While these workouts yield numerous health benefits, an understated art of the workout world is yoga.             Yoga is a culmination of bodily and breathing poses that when combined can improve an individual's physical and emotional well-being. For novices, yoga can be jarring due to an unfamiliarity with this ancient Indian form of discipline. If an individual is considering yoga but does not know where to start, below are five beginner poses to ease into the practice.  Child’s Pose-  To begin child’s pose, start in a kneeling positon and sit on your heels. Gradually, spread your knees apart and allow your two big toes to touch together. Once this position is comfortably attained, extend both arms over the head and fold them onto the floor. Allow the forehead to rest naturally on the ground as well. Stay in ...