Morning yoga routine: 7 powerful yoga poses to start your day calm &amp; relaxed

Morning yoga routine: 7 powerful yoga poses to start your day calm & relaxed

Written by: Mantasha Qureshi Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

Easy Pose

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Child’s Pose

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Cobra Pose

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Cat-Cow Pose

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Downward Dog

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Mountain Pose

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Corpse Pose

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