By Ashish

Twisting Yoga Poses for Beginners

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An accessible twist for beginners, sit cross-legged and gently twist your torso, promoting flexibility in the spine and easing tension.

Easy Seated Twist Pose

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Begin in Chair Pose and twist your torso towards one side while hooking the opposite elbow over the knee. This pose engages the core, tones the legs, and enhances spinal flexibility.

Revolved Chair

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Start in tabletop position and slide one arm under the opposite arm, gently lowering the shoulder to the ground. This twist releases tension in the upper back, shoulders, and neck.

Thread the Needle Pose

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Lie on your back and draw one knee towards the chest, crossing it over the opposite leg. Gently guide the crossed knee across your body for a soothing spinal twist that also stretches the hips and lower back.

Supine Spinal Twist Pose

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Pasasana, also known as Noose Pose, involves squatting and twisting your upper body, wrapping one arm around your bent knee and the other behind your back. This twist pose enhances spine flexibility, stimulates digestion, and stretches the shoulders and hips.

Noose Pose 

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From a low lunge position, place one hand on the ground and twist your upper body towards the bent knee, opening the chest and stretching the hips.

Low Lunge Twist Yoga Pose

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Step one foot back into a wide stance, extend your arms, and twist your torso towards the front leg, reaching one hand to the floor and the other towards the ceiling. This pose enhances balance, strengthens the legs, and opens the chest.

Revolved Triangle Twist Pose

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