Archive · 21 Jun 2025
Yoga Expert Issues Cautionary Poses for Beginners
Some yoga poses are like advanced moves; they can be tricky!
A yoga expert warns that poses like headstands and full lotus can be risky if you're just starting or have certain body limitations.
They suggest starting with easier poses, like the mountain pose, to build strength and avoid injury.
Some poses are also not suitable for pregnant women or people with health problems.
Yoga expert cautions against five specific yoga poses due to potential risks.
Poses like headstands, shoulder stands, and wheel pose can be risky for beginners.
Full lotus can cause knee problems if hips aren't open.
Expert suggests beginners start with easier poses like Tadasana and Parsva Tadasana.
Certain poses may be unsuitable for pregnant women or those with specific health issues.
- Who
- Yoga expert Anadi Sharma and Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar offer advice on yoga poses.
- What
- A yoga expert shares a list of yoga poses that require caution, along with recommended beginner poses.
- When
- Information is current as of the article's publication.
- Where
- The advice is applicable for yoga practice generally.
- Why
- To provide guidance on safe and effective yoga practice, especially for beginners and those with health considerations.
Cautionary Advice
Beginner's Poses
Risk vs Safety
Cautionary Advice
Certain yoga asanas require caution or should be avoided by beginners or those with health issues.
Beginner's Poses
Some yoga poses are safe to practice for all.
- Expert 1
- Anadi Sharma
- Expert 2
- Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar
- Risky Poses
- Headstands, shoulder stands, plow pose, full lotus, and wheel pose
- Beginner Poses
- Tadasana, Parsva Tadasana, Urdhva Hastotanasana, Kati Chakrasana, Vrikshasana
- Poses to avoid for pregnant women
- Tadasana, Parsva Tadasana and Kati Chakrasana