Exercise

Exercise

Description
Description

Exercise is any activity that attributes positively to a human’s physical fitness, health, and well-being. Classified into specific categories of exercise types that include aerobic (endurance), anaerobic (strength and resistance), and flexibility (stretching and motion), exercise is a varied and essential bodily practice for positive human growth and development.

As a strategy for combating the detrimental physical effects of aging, a practice for gaining athletic skills, a tool for managing weight gain/loss, and an activity for general fun, exercise has long proven to be a beneficial human activity that should be regularly incorporated into our lifestyles. Exercise is commonly performed individually or in groups in either outdoor or indoor environments—often with the assistance of specialized exercise equipment.

Common Questions
Common Questions
How often should you exercise?

The right amount of exercise depends on the individual as well on other factors relating to the body and training, but it is recommended for adults to exercise at least 150 minutes per week. If you don’t exercise start with one day a week and increase frequency. If you are trying stay in shape exercise 4 to 5 days a week.

How much exercise is too much?

The amount of exercise that is too much depends on the individual but if you notice that you are often tired, unable to exercise at the same level, or need longer periods of rest you may be exercising too much. Too much endurance exercise is linked with structural remodeling of the heart, enlarged arteries, and increased anxiety and depression.

When is the best time to exercise?

The best time to exercise depends on the individual’s schedule and what they enjoy the most, but regardless of the time it should be consistent. There is no best time to exercise to burn the most calories, but a time of day can influence how you feel when exercising. For example, exercising in the morning is the best for people who have trouble with consistency.

Humans

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Bridge Pose
4900
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Bridge Pose
Butterfly Pose
3450
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Butterfly Pose
Child's Pose
6750
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3D
Child's Pose
Corpse Pose
2300
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3D
Corpse Pose
Cow Face Pose
2200
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3D
Cow Face Pose
Crane Pose | Crow Pose
11100
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3D
Crane Pose | Crow Pose
20-45
Cycling Men - Casual (Back)
45.00
90
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Cycling Men - Casual (Back)
20-45
Cycling Men - Casual (Front)
45.00
90
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3D
Cycling Men - Casual (Front)
20-45
Cycling Men - Casual (Side)
45.00
90
GUIDE
3D
Cycling Men - Casual (Side)
20-45
Cycling Women - Casual (Back)
45.00
550
GUIDE
3D
Cycling Women - Casual (Back)
20-45
Cycling Women - Casual (Front)
45.00
550
GUIDE
3D
Cycling Women - Casual (Front)
20-45
Cycling Women - Casual (Side)
45.00
550
GUIDE
3D
Cycling Women - Casual (Side)
Destroyer of the Universe Pose
90
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3D
Destroyer of the Universe Pose
Dolphin Plank Pose
150
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3D
Dolphin Plank Pose
Dolphin Pose
3800
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3D
Dolphin Pose
Downward Facing Dog Pose
6750
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3D
Downward Facing Dog Pose
Extended Hand to Big Toe Pose
150
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3D
Extended Hand to Big Toe Pose
Extended Puppy Pose
350
GUIDE
3D
Extended Puppy Pose
Extended Side Angle Pose
1600
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3D
Extended Side Angle Pose
Fallen Angel Pose
250
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3D
Fallen Angel Pose
Feathered Peacock Pose
100
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3D
Feathered Peacock Pose
Forearm Stand Eagle Legs Pose
0
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3D
Forearm Stand Eagle Legs Pose
Four-Limbed Staff Pose
170
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3D
Four-Limbed Staff Pose
Full King Pigeon Pose
2050
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3D
Full King Pigeon Pose
Garland Pose
1100
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3D
Garland Pose
Half Bound Lotus Standing Pose
5
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3D
Half Bound Lotus Standing Pose
Half Lord of the Fishes Pose
600
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3D
Half Lord of the Fishes Pose
Half Moon Pose
2600
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3D
Half Moon Pose
Handstand Scorpion Pose
20
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3D
Handstand Scorpion Pose
Happy Baby Pose
7000
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3D
Happy Baby Pose
Hare Pose | Rabbit Pose
1060
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3D
Hare Pose | Rabbit Pose
Head to Knee Forward Bend Pose
70
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3D
Head to Knee Forward Bend Pose
25-45
Jumping - Combination
GUIDE
3D
Jumping - Combination
Legs Up the Wall Pose
1400
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3D
Legs Up the Wall Pose
Lizard Pose
2000
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3D
Lizard Pose
Locust Pose
2800
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3D
Locust Pose
Lord of the Dance Pose
400
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3D
Lord of the Dance Pose
Lord of the Fishes Pose
300
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3D
Lord of the Fishes Pose
Mountain Pose
5300
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3D
Mountain Pose
One Legged Forearm Wheel Pose
0
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3D
One Legged Forearm Wheel Pose
One Legged King Pigeon Pose
200
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3D
One Legged King Pigeon Pose
One Legged King Pigeon Pose II
5
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3D
One Legged King Pigeon Pose II
Peacock Pose
1200
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Peacock Pose
Cow Pose (Bitilasana / Goasana)
A series of scaled yoga illustrations of men performing the Cow Pose

Cow Pose is a beginner pose that almost always happens as a warm up posture in conjunction with Cat Pose. Cow Pose is quite simple but very beneficial, especially to the spine! Cow Pose is a gentle, easy pose without many contradictions aside from taking caution with neck injuries. Cow Pose stretches the front of the body and the neck as well as gives the organs and spine a nice massage.

To do Cow Pose, start in Tabletop Position, with the shoulders over the wrist and hips over the knees. On an inhale, lift the head, neck, shoulders and tail bone to the sky while dropping the tummy to the earth. Follow this up into Cat Pose and continue with the breath moving between the two postures to really warm up the spine. This pose is relaxing and can be done at any time during a Yogi’s practice.

Set of drawings of women performing the Cow Pose
Cow Pose is a beginner pose that almost always happens as a warm up posture in conjunction with Cat Pose. Cow Pose is quite simple but very beneficial, especially to the spine! Cow Pose is a gentle, easy pose without many contradictions aside from taking caution with neck injuries.

To do Cow Pose, start in Tabletop Position, with the shoulders over the wrist and hips over the knees. On an inhale, lift the head, neck, shoulders and tail bone to the sky while dropping the tummy to the earth. Follow this up into Cat Pose and continue with the breath moving between the two postures to really warm up the spine. This pose is relaxing and can be done at any time during a Yogi’s practice.

Set of drawings of women performing the Cow Pose
Cow Pose (Bitilasana / Goasana)
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Bitilasana / Goasana

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Cow Pose elevations (men & women), outline silhouettes

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Reclining Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana)
Pair of elevation drawings of women performing the Reclining Bound Angle Pose

Reclining Bound Angle Pose is a hip-opening, restorative beginner posture. Reclining Bound Angle Pose, also known as “Cobblers Pose”, is great for any level of hip tightness or resistance. Reclining Bound Angle Pose is known to stimulate the inner organs including the heart, improve circulation, as well as stretch the thighs, knees and inner groin. If there is pain felt in the knees, the Yogi can put a blanket or pillow under each leg for support.

To do Reclining Bound Angle Pose, begin in Bound Angle Pose, with the soles of the feet together and knees bent. Slowly lower the back to the ground until the entire body is resting on the floor. Move the feet either in towards the groin for more of a stretch or away if the stretch is too intense. Use blankets under the knees for support. Follow this pose up with a seated twist or forward bend.

Multiple yoga poses of men performing the Reclining Bound Angle Pose
Reclining Bound Angle Pose is a hip-opening, restorative beginner posture. Reclining Bound Angle Pose, also known as “Cobblers Pose”, is great for any level of hip tightness or resistance. Reclining Bound Angle Pose is known to stimulate the inner organs and improve circulation.

To do Reclining Bound Angle Pose, begin in Bound Angle Pose, with the soles of the feet together and knees bent. Slowly lower the back to the ground until the entire body is resting on the floor. Move the feet either in towards the groin for more of a stretch or away if the stretch is too intense. Use blankets under the knees for support. Follow this pose up with a seated twist or forward bend.

Multiple yoga poses of men performing the Reclining Bound Angle Pose
Reclining Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana)
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Supta Baddha Konasana

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Reclining Bound Angle Pose elevations (men & women), plan view, outline silhouettes

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Archer’s Pose (Akarna Dhanurasana)
Pair of elevation drawings of women performing the Archer’s Pose

Archers Pose is an intermediate, seated hip-opener that increases hip flexibility strengthens the arms, shoulders, and legs, and helps to improve core strength. Yogis with shoulder injuries, low back issues, and hamstring injuries use caution or consider avoiding.

To do Archer’s Pose, begin in Staff Pose and bend the left leg, grabbing the left food and moving the knee to be under the left shoulder, the leg bent to a 90 degree angle. Wrap the first two fingers around the big toe of the left foot, and reach the right hand to the right foot. Check out the photo for a better idea!

Multiple yoga poses of men performing the Archer’s Pose
Archers Pose is an intermediate, seated hip-opener that increases hip flexibility strengthens the arms, shoulders, and legs, and helps to improve core strength. Yogis with shoulder injuries, low back issues, and hamstring injuries use caution or consider avoiding.

To do Archer’s Pose, begin in Staff Pose and bend the left leg, grabbing the left food and moving the knee to be under the left shoulder, the leg bent to a 90 degree angle. Wrap the first two fingers around the big toe of the left foot, and reach the right hand to the right foot. Check out the photo for a better idea!

Multiple yoga poses of men performing the Archer’s Pose
Archer’s Pose (Akarna Dhanurasana)
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Akarna Dhanurasana

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Archer’s Pose elevations (men & women), outline silhouettes

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Half Lotus Pose (Ardha Padmasana)
Pair of elevation drawings of men practicing yoga in the Half Lotus Pose

Half Lotus Pose is a seated beginner posture used mostly in meditation and as a way to work up to the full Lotus Pose for Yogi’s that are not yet as flexible in the lower body. Half Lotus Pose is a hip opener that also stretches the knees and ankles. Half Lotus Pose is typically used in the beginning or end of a practice and typically for breathing exercises and meditation. Yogi’s with knee or hip issues use caution.

To do Half Lotus Pose, start in an easy sitting pose with the legs gently crossed at the ankle and with one hand, gently lift and place the foot on top of the left thigh, close to the hip. Ground through the sit bones while lifting the crown of the head and allow the shoulders to drop. Take some deep breaths and slowly release, switching sides for balance.

Illustrated yoga poses of women performing the Half Lotus Pose
Half Lotus Pose is a seated beginner posture used mostly in meditation and as a way to work up to the full Lotus Pose for Yogi’s that are not yet as flexible in the lower body. Half Lotus Pose is a hip opener that also stretches the knees and ankles.

To do Half Lotus Pose, start in an easy sitting pose with the legs gently crossed at the ankle and with one hand, gently lift and place the foot on top of the left thigh, close to the hip. Ground through the sit bones while lifting the crown of the head and allow the shoulders to drop. Take some deep breaths and slowly release, switching sides for balance.

Illustrated yoga poses of women performing the Half Lotus Pose
Half Lotus Pose (Ardha Padmasana)
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Ardha Padmasana

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Half Lotus Pose elevations (men & women), outline silhouettes

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Locust Pose (Salambhasana)
Pair of elevation drawings of women performing the Locust Pose

Locust Pose is a beginner pose that opens the chest and helps to create strength in the back body. In Locust Pose, the upper back muscles are worked and strengthened,  helping to combat slouchy postures and overall fatigue. Yogis working on computers or driving a lot will find benefit in Locust Pose.

To do Locust Pose, begin laying on the belly on the mat, arms to the side and palms facing down. Begin reaching the top of the head up and out, while the feet reach back and up. While the head and legs begin to lift, engage the back muscles, hold the posture when as much of the body is lifted, pressing the palms into the mat. Careful not to bend the knees or crunch the neck. Locust Pose is meant to create length and strength in the body, focusing on the back.

Multiple yoga poses of men performing the Locust Pose
Locust Pose is a beginner pose that opens the chest and helps to create strength in the back body. In Locust Pose, the upper back muscles are worked and strengthened, helping to combat slouchy postures and overall fatigue. Yogis working on computers or driving will find benefit in Locust Pose.

To do Locust Pose, begin laying on the belly on the mat, arms to the side and palms facing down. Begin reaching the top of the head up and out, while the feet reach back and up. While the head and legs begin to lift, engage the back muscles, hold the posture when as much of the body is lifted, pressing the palms into the mat. Careful not to bend the knees or crunch the neck. Locust Pose is meant to create length and strength in the body, focusing on the back.

Multiple yoga poses of men performing the Locust Pose
Locust Pose (Salambhasana)
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Salambhasana

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Locust Pose elevations (men & women), outline silhouettes

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