Poor posture and long hours at a desk are a common cause of back pain and muscle stiffness. This article walks through 3 beginner yoga poses from CloudC Yoga Education's teaching system, along with a 10-minute video to follow along with.

The front splits might seem out of reach, a pose just for dancers or gymnasts. However, practising the splits is one of the most effective ways to release chronic tightness and pain deep in the hips and lower back.

At CloudC Yoga, our core philosophy is that practice is not about forcing your body into a perfect pose but a process of self-discovery. As mentioned in the video, we are here to "slowly discover your own front splits through regular practice."

Learn to turn inward with a gentle yoga practice designed to ease an anxious mind. In 25 minutes, create space in your body and experience a peaceful release.

Are you dealing with persistent neck and shoulder tension from your modern lifestyle? Learn the simple yet powerful Eagle Arm Pose. This daily stretch is key to easing pain, releasing tightness, and finding mental calm before sleep.

Feeling tightness in your neck and shoulders or dealing with stress-induced headaches? This gentle yoga sequence offers three simple yet effective moves to release tension, improve posture, and restore comfort—all in just a few minutes a day. No yoga mat needed!

The King Pigeon Pose, or the Royal Pigeon Pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana), is an energizing pose that stretches the shoulders and vertebral column deeply. It also helps regulate the hormonal secretions, particularly those from the thyroid.

Back pain is closely linked to lifestyle choices and emotional well-being. Yoga and meditation can help relieve discomfort and release mental stress.

Some gentle yoga stretches can be helpful for beginners. Here to highlight the FOUR of them,

1. Cat Cow Pose (Sanskrit: Viralasana)

2. Thread The Needles (Sanskrit: Supta Kapotasanaa)

3. Supine Spinal Twist (Sanskrit: Supta Matsyendrasana)

4. Knees to Chest Stretch (Sanskrit: Apanasana)

If you practice yoga long enough to comfortably perform Headstand (Sirsasana) and Front Splits (Hanumasana), explore more creative space with this transition. While Headstand is more dominant in strengthening, Front Splits focus more on lengthening. Combining these two yoga asanas offers an excellent opportunity to experience the balance of energy in yoga—the Yin and Yang, the Sun (Ha) and Moon (Tha).