Choose health and inner thankfulness: 5 asanas for yoga newbies

Written by: Deepa Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra 31 July 2025

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Sukhasana (Easy Pose)

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Tadasana (Mountain Pose)

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Marjaryasana-Bitilasana (Cat-Cow Pose)

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Balasana (Child’s Pose)

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Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)

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Final Takeaway: 10 Minutes a Day is All You Need

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