Improve your overall well-being and peace of mind with these 5 yoga poses.

Did you know that there is more to yoga than just the physical exercise part? In fact, the physical poses – known as asanas – are only one of 8 pieces of the traditional practice of yoga. As this article on MindBodyGreen.com explains, another important piece is the niyamas. The niyamas are internal practices that relate to personal observance and inner well-being.

By regularly practicing the 5 asanas (poses) below, you will begin to learn the niyamas and gain access to a deeper level of spirituality in your yoga practice.

Each pose is accompanied by a statement to your inner self while performing each movement:

Bitilasana (Cow) with Lion’s Breath

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Balasana (Child’s Pose)

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Camatkarasana (Wild Thing)

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Agnistambhasana (Firelog)

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Savasana (Corpse Pose)

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For detailed directions on each pose, visit MindBodyGreen.com…

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