We all want to know the perfect poses for a picture-perfect, But there are more than just lighting, location and dress-up that goes into the photo. The main aspect being How does your physique look! On this International Yoga Day, we bring to you, some basic yoga poses you Must incorporate in your routine to look, feel and live fitter, happier and better!

Basic Yoga Poses To Get Started With!

TADASANA

It involves the major groups of muscles and improves focus and concentration. It is the starting position for all the other asanas.
Stand with your heels slightly apart and hang your arms beside your torso. Gently lift and spread your toes and the balls of your feet, then lay them softly down on the floor. Balance your body weight on your feet. Lift your ankles and firm your thigh muscles while rotating them inwards. As you inhale, elongate your torso and when you exhale release your shoulder blades away from your head. Your ears, shoulders, hips, and ankles should all be in one line

VRIKSHASANA

This pose improves your balance and strengthens your legs and back. It replicates the steady stance of a tree. Place your right foot high up on your left thigh. The sole of the foot should be flat and placed firmly. Keep your left leg straight and find your balance. While inhaling, raise your arms over your head and bring your palms together. Keep your spine straight and take deep breaths. Slowly exhale and return your hands to the original position. Repeat with the other side.

TRIKONASANA

This pose stretches the legs and torso, mobilizing the hips and promoting deep breathing. Stand with your feet wide apart. Stretch your right foot out (90 degrees) while keeping the leg closer to the torso. Keep your feet pressed against the ground and balance your weight equally on both feet. Inhale and as you exhale bend your right arm and make it touch the ground while your left arm goes up. Keep your waist straight. Ensure that your body is bent sideways and not forward or backward. Stretch as much as you can while taking long, deep breaths. Repeat on the other side

NAUKASANA

This pose helps tighten the abdominal muscles and strengthen the shoulder and upper back, leaving one with a sense of stability.
Lie back on the mat with your feet together and hands by your side. Take a deep breath and while exhaling gently lift your chest and feet off the ground. Stretch your hands in the direction of your feet. Your eyes, fingers, and toes should be in one line. Hold till you feel some tension in your navel area as your abdominal muscles begin to contract. As you exhale, come back to the original pose.

BHUJANGASANA

This form helps one to strengthen lower back muscles while cushioning the spine, triceps and opens the chest to promote inhalation, making the spine flexible. Lie on your stomach with your feet together and toes flat. Place your hands downwards below your shoulders on the mat, lift your waist and raise your head while inhaling in. Pull your torso back with the support of your hands. Keep your elbows straight and make sure you put equal pressure on both palms.  Tilt your head back and make sure your shoulders are away from your ears. Exhale while coming back to the ground. This is one of the most recommended yoga poses.

Make these basic yoga poses a part of your daily routine to achieve the best results!