{"id":80450,"date":"2025-08-05T15:45:07","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T15:45:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=80450"},"modified":"2026-01-30T13:25:35","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T13:25:35","slug":"morning-yoga-poses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Refreshing Morning Yoga Poses for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Is_It_a_Good_Idea_to_Do_Yoga_as_Soon_as_You_Wake_Up\" >Is It a Good Idea to Do Yoga as Soon as You Wake Up?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Which_Type_of_Yoga_Is_Best_for_the_Morning\" >Which Type of Yoga Is Best for the Morning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#What_Are_Some_Low-Impact_Morning_Yoga_Poses\" >What Are Some Low-Impact Morning Yoga Poses?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Knee_to_chest_pose\" >Knee to chest pose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Half_cobra\" >Half cobra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Cat-cow\" >Cat-cow\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Childs_pose\" >Child\u2019s pose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Spinal_flex\" >Spinal flex<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Mountain_pose\" >Mountain pose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Reclining_twist\" >Reclining twist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Downward-facing_dog\" >Downward-facing dog<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Happy_baby\" >Happy baby<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Should_I_Do_Morning_Yoga_on_an_Empty_Stomach\" >Should I Do Morning Yoga on an Empty Stomach?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#What_Happens_if_You_Do_Yoga_Every_Morning\" >What Happens if You Do Yoga Every Morning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#Should_I_drink_coffee_before_yoga\" >Should I drink coffee before yoga?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#What_is_the_most_relaxing_yoga_pose\" >What is the most relaxing yoga pose?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#What_is_the_hardest_yoga_to_learn\" >What is the hardest yoga to learn?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/morning-yoga-poses\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not everyone enjoys exercise in the morning. You get out of bed, prep your kids for school, and hardly ever have time for breakfast. You might be late for work, and thoughts about a long commute by subway or standing in traffic jams while driving a car make you nervous.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Morning_Yoga_Poses\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beginner-Yoga.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It gets easier when you work from home or have no family to care for, but if anything mentioned already resonates with you, you\u2019re in the right place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nine refreshing morning yoga poses for beginners won\u2019t take up too much of your time. You can even handle most of them in your bed if you want. There\u2019s no need to wear any special sports clothing or shoes &#8211; you can wear whatever gets you moving in a full range of motion.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting your morning with a short yoga routine will benefit you a lot in the long term, particularly if you have so much stuff to do every day. Once you create discipline, your body and mind will thank you for all your effort. Let\u2019s get into the basic morning yoga moves and their benefits for your well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_a_Good_Idea_to_Do_Yoga_as_Soon_as_You_Wake_Up\"><\/span><b>Is It a Good Idea to Do Yoga as Soon as You Wake Up?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it\u2019s better to start your yoga routine before you reach out for your phone. A<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/quick-morning-workout\/\"> quick morning workout<\/a> can be beneficial to your body and mental being. It can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decrease your pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve your flexibility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve the quality of your sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase your self-esteem\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help you learn to cope with stress and anxiety better (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bpsmedicine.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s13030-023-00276-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you start your morning yoga routine, you should be proud of yourself, because instead of flicking through your phone and scrolling the news feed on social media, you\u2019ve decided to work on your body. Naturally, this will boost your confidence, which will allow you to be more mentally ready for the rest of the day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Morning_Yoga_Poses\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-79381\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-1024x640.png\" alt=\"morning yoga poses\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other great yoga perks include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased muscle strength and tone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potential weight reduction when paired with healthy eating habits (check out our\u00a0 morning yoga poses for weight loss to get some morning exercise ideas)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A balanced metabolism<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved energy and respiration<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enhanced athletic performance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better cardio health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decreased possibility of injuries (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/osteopathic.org\/what-is-osteopathic-medicine\/benefits-of-yoga\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any health conditions, you should start with beginner-friendly movements and stop if you encounter any pain or discomfort during the activity. In this case, the important thing to do is pay attention to how your body feels throughout each pose.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some poses may be easy, while others seem too intermediate for the beginning. It\u2019s completely okay to feel saggy or inflexible &#8211; progression will come with discipline.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another good tip is to not push yourself to do yoga every morning &#8211; start with two to three times a week. When your body adjusts to this system, you\u2019ll automatically shift to more frequent training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/list-of-chair-yoga-exercises\/\">List of Chair Yoga Exercises for Every Senior and Beginner<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Type_of_Yoga_Is_Best_for_the_Morning\"><\/span><b>Which Type of Yoga Is Best for the Morning?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type of yoga you choose for your morning practice will depend on your fitness level. As this review is focused on morning yoga poses for beginners, we recommend starting with Hatha yoga poses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hatha-yoga-sequencing\/\">Hatha yoga<\/a> is good for beginners and offers slow, balanced moves. It focuses on your breathwork, which helps you gently stretch and activate your muscles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study has shown that Hatha yoga is also effective in alleviating physiological stress (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/356189915_Hatha_Yoga_Improves_Psychophysiological_Responses_of_College_Students_in_Both_Indoor_and_Outdoor_Environments\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). More recent research has highlighted the power of Hatha Yoga on your mental well-being. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0001691823002512\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to another study, Hatha yoga helps with flexibility, balance, and core muscle strength. Doing it frequently can positively impact your cardiovascular health and overall fitness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/public-health\/articles\/10.3389\/fpubh.2021.702793\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you\u2019re mulling over the best type of yoga for your morning practice, start with easy Hatha poses that align your body and mind.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe will shake off your mental funk, rid you of your energy-zapping habits, and help you sculpt the body of your dreams. Intrigued? <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Morning_Yoga_Poses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hurry up and change your life for the better!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Some_Low-Impact_Morning_Yoga_Poses\"><\/span><b>What Are Some Low-Impact Morning Yoga Poses?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These low-impact morning yoga poses for boosting energy will spruce up your day by engaging your entire body. Feel free to start them today. You don\u2019t necessarily need to integrate all nine of these poses at once, but you can combine a few poses in any sequence you like.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knee to chest pose\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Half cobra<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat-cow\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Child\u2019s pose<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinal flex<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mountain pose<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reclining twist<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Downward-facing dog<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy baby<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Knee_to_chest_pose\"><\/span><b>Knee to chest pose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform the pose:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back and hug your knees to your chest.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should feel a gentle stretch in your spine.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe in through your chest and out through your stomach throughout the stretch. Try your best to relax here.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Half_cobra\"><\/span><b>Half cobra<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform the pose:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Release your legs and lie on your stomach, resting your forehead on the floor.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your palms on the ground under your shoulders, keeping your bent elbows tight against your sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently push away from the floor, lifting your chest and forehead but keeping your hips and legs fixed to the ground.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feel how your spine stretches as you continue to slowly breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the pose for three breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cat-cow\"><\/span><b>Cat-cow\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform the pose:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get on your knees in a tabletop position with your hands shoulder-width apart and your knees hip-distance apart under your hips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale and arch your back into a cow pose, bringing your head and chest upward so you\u2019re looking toward the sky as you inhale.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale and release your breath, pulling your belly up and in and rounding your back into a cat pose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternate between these two poses as many times as you wish.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Childs_pose\"><\/span><b>Child\u2019s pose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform the pose:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the tabletop position, inhale, touching your big toes together behind you. Sit on your heels and open your knees wide to create space beneath you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale, shifting your hips back and your upper body forward while lowering your torso to rest between your thighs. Stretch your arms out in front of you, reaching as far forward as feels comfortable, and rest your forearms on the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feel a stretch in your spine, arms, thighs, and buttocks. Remain in this pose for a few breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Morning_Yoga_Poses\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-79992\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BP-32-somatic-yoga-program-1024x640.png\" alt=\"morning yoga poses\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BP-32-somatic-yoga-program-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BP-32-somatic-yoga-program-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BP-32-somatic-yoga-program-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BP-32-somatic-yoga-program-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BP-32-somatic-yoga-program.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spinal_flex\"><\/span><b>Spinal flex<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform the pose:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit down on the floor and cross your legs. Place your hands on your knees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale and gently arch your back, then lift your chest and chin forward and up.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relax, and while exhaling, round your spine, bending forward slightly and tucking your chin toward your chest.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this sequence 5-6 times.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mountain_pose\"><\/span><b>Mountain pose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform the pose:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand with your back straight.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roll your shoulders up and back, lift your chest, and keep your feet shoulder-width apart.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look straight ahead and lift your arms over your head with your palms facing in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distribute your weight across both feet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale and lengthen your spine upward. Exhale and feel your feet root down into the earth.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reclining_twist\"><\/span><b>Reclining twist<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform the pose:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie down on your back and bring your knees up toward your chest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hug your knees and place your left hand on your right knee. Allow your right arm to lie flat, extended on the floor beside you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale and gently guide your bent legs to fall together to the left side of your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring your knees toward the floor until you feel a stretch in your hips and back. Turn your head to the right side, gazing at your hand.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale and come back to the center before switching over to the other side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Downward-facing_dog\"><\/span><b>Downward-facing dog<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform the pose:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get on all fours with your hands shoulder-width apart and your knees under your hips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift your hips and send your butt up, drawing your hips toward the ceiling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Straighten your legs as comfortably as you can (it\u2019s alright to have your knees slightly bent) and press your heels gently toward the floor, creating an inverted V-shape.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your back straight and let your head hang between your arms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 3 to 5 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Happy_baby\"><\/span><b>Happy baby<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform the pose:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend your knees and bring them to your stomach. Grip the outsides of your feet. Flex your heels and ankles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe well, keeping your ankles directly above your knees while pushing against your hands with your feet.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/4-types-of-yoga\/\">4 Types of Yoga and What They Mean for You<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_Do_Morning_Yoga_on_an_Empty_Stomach\"><\/span><b>Should I Do Morning Yoga on an Empty Stomach?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s hard to recommend that every person should do morning yoga because so much of it depends on individual lifestyles. The best time of day to exercise is the time that works for you. Consistency is arguably the most important aspect of all of this.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you have an opportunity to do this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/easy-morning-workout\/\">easy morning workout<\/a> at a slow pace, you\u2019ll get a lot out of it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing morning yoga on an empty stomach is good for different reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You won\u2019t feel discomfort during bending, stretching, and twisting because there\u2019s no food in your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll decrease the risk of cramps or nausea.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can stimulate your organs, supporting your digestion before breakfast.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>BetterMe: Health Coaching app helps you achieve your body goals with ease and efficiency by helping to choose proper meal plans and effective workouts. Start using our app and you will <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Morning_Yoga_Poses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">see good results in a short time.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you feel lightheaded or weak in the morning, treat yourself to an easy snack before doing yoga, and stay hydrated (take a glass of water). In many situations, drinking fluids in the morning can satiate your slight hunger.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another thing you should keep in mind is the type of yoga you\u2019ll be training. If you perform more intense moves on an empty stomach, it may be more challenging for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, beginners should start with 5 to 10 minutes of slow-paced, easy morning yoga moves to get the most out of them. As you gradually nail the basic moves, it\u2019s good to progress by integrating intermediate poses. However, you should ultimately listen to your body and do what\u2019s best for you. If you need a snack before you do yoga to fuel your workout, feel free to have one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_if_You_Do_Yoga_Every_Morning\"><\/span><b>What Happens if You Do Yoga Every Morning?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing yoga every morning is an awesome decision that generally improves the quality of your life. In addition to the perks that come from mastering morning yoga that were mentioned at the start of this article, additional research has suggested that regularly practicing yoga could:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve your general wellness by relieving stress and supporting good habits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relieve neck pain, migraine, or tension<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relieve menopause symptoms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help you quit smoking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lead to weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccih.nih.gov\/health\/yoga-effectiveness-and-safety\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another interesting morning yoga perk is mood-boosting abilities. One study suggested that practicing yoga could lift your mood (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/380101898_Improvement_in_Moods_after_the_Practice_of_Yoga_A_Study\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is a great natural way to be happier despite all the chaos that may be present in your life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To sum up, a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/morning-exercise-routine-2\/\">morning exercise routine<\/a>, whether it\u2019s yoga, Pilates, or anything else, is great for your body and mind. It starts with waking up every muscle in your body and ends with an uplifted mood because you\u2019ll be proud of yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Morning_Yoga_Poses\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-80442\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BP-445-bedtime-yoga-10-minutes-1024x640.png\" alt=\"morning yoga poses\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BP-445-bedtime-yoga-10-minutes-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BP-445-bedtime-yoga-10-minutes-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BP-445-bedtime-yoga-10-minutes-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BP-445-bedtime-yoga-10-minutes-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BP-445-bedtime-yoga-10-minutes.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_drink_coffee_before_yoga\"><\/span><strong>Should I drink coffee before yoga?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking coffee in the morning before yoga isn\u2019t necessary. If you feel sluggish when training in the morning and coffee helps you get energy, then drinking coffee is OK. However, if you\u2019re already invigorated for your training, there\u2019s no need to consume coffee, and you should drink water instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_most_relaxing_yoga_pose\"><\/span><strong>What is the most relaxing yoga pose?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Child\u2019s pose is considered one of the most relaxing poses in yoga. It calms you down, supports the spine, encourages deep breathing, and is relatively safe. This pose is often used as part of the post-workout cool-down.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_hardest_yoga_to_learn\"><\/span><strong>What is the hardest yoga to learn?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are yoga types that fit only advanced practitioners. These include Ashtanga yoga, Bikram yoga, Kundalini yoga, and Power Vinyasa. Such types of yoga aren\u2019t suitable for beginners, so if you\u2019re a newbie, avoid these difficult poses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Morning_Yoga_Poses\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beginner-Yoga.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-turn-id=\"5de24f45-ad3b-45c0-aa2a-a2f33ce0be8c\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-34\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"19e4a8ca-e7f7-4acb-816b-0f8fa7b4234d\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2-thinking\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"121\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/collections\/yoga\">BetterMe&#8217;s yoga collection<\/a> for optional props and essentials.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve learned about nine refreshing yoga poses for beginners. Now it\u2019s time you integrate them into your routine safely. Morning yoga is good for your health. Even 10 minutes of yoga can do your body a big favor, starting with improved flexibility and ending with a boosted mood.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re new to yoga, these nine poses will perfectly fit your day. It\u2019s generally safe to do yoga on an empty stomach, but if you feel lightheaded, don\u2019t hesitate to eat a light snack beforehand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Not everyone enjoys exercise in the morning. You get out of bed, prep your kids for school, and hardly ever have time for breakfast. 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You get out of bed, prep your kids for school, and hardly ever have time for breakfast. You might be late for work, and thoughts about a long commute by subway or standing in traffic jams while driving a car make you nervous.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">It gets easier when you work from home or have no family to care for, but if anything mentioned already resonates with you, you\u2019re in the right place.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Nine refreshing morning yoga poses for beginners won\u2019t take up too much of your time. You can even handle most of them in your bed if you want. 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