Backward Bending Asanas
curving the spine

Kandharasana shoulder pose

Also known as Setu Bandh Asana (bound bridge pose), this is a prerequisite to Setu Asana.

Shalabhasana locust pose pose

Ardh Shalabhasana half locust pose

Bhujangasana striking cobra pose

One of the core poses to maintain a healthy spine, this asana can be attempted by beginners, but takes a while to get right.

Saral Bhujang Asana easy cobra pose

AKA Neerlambasana or the Sphinx pose, this is the most basic lower spine relaxing asana.

Dhanur Asana bow pose

Saral Dhanur Asana easy bow pose

Ushtrasana camel pose

Sarpasana snake pose

Ardh Chandrasana half moon pose

This pose, when added to Surya Namaskar (sun salutation) makes Chandra Namaskar (Moon salutation).

Setu Asana bridge pose

Also known as Purvottanasana, this is the mirror pose of Paschimottanasana.

Raaj Kapotasana king pigeon pose

Ardh Chakrasana half wheel pose

Chakrasana wheel pose

Vipreet Naukasana reverse boat pose

Vipreet Dandasana reverse staff pose