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21 simple yoga poses for stress relief

Try these basic yoga moves for a healthier, more flexible, and calmer you.

Jan, 2026
LearnMindful movement21 simple yoga poses for stress relief
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Easy Pose
Child's Pose
Cat-Cow
Mountain
Standing Forward Bend
Downward Dog
Plank
Cobra
Low Lunge
High Lunge
Extended Side Angle
Warrior II
Warrior I
Wide-Legged Forward Fold
Tree
Triangle
Half Moon
Warrior III
Bridge
Seated Spinal Twist
Final Relaxation Pose

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Think yoga's not right for you? Think again. "If you can breathe, you can do yoga," says San Diego-based yoga instructor Theresa Brennan. "Regardless of your strength or flexibility, yoga is accessible for everyone. The more you do, the better you get." Click through to learn 21 basic yoga poses that you can do from the comfort of your home. All you need is a yoga mat to get started.

Written byMichael Gollust.
Medically reviewed byAnn Wendling, MD, MPH.October, 2023

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