{"id":9665,"date":"2019-01-30T17:29:48","date_gmt":"2019-01-30T11:59:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/?p=9665"},"modified":"2023-09-20T16:55:16","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T11:25:16","slug":"top-7-easy-yoga-poses-for-2-people","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/top-7-easy-yoga-poses-for-2-people\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 7 Easy Yoga Poses for 2 People"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Yoga means \u2018unification\u2019 and what better way to practice the art than, by embracing each other through breath, play and movement with easy yoga poses for two people. Partner yoga builds intimacy and stronger connection in any type of relationship \u2013 family relationship, friendship, or romantic relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The yoga postures when practiced between two souls result in strengthened communication, increased trust and a sense of light-heartedness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish to improve your yoga practice as well as strengthen your bond with someone, then partner yoga or couple yoga is certainly your best bet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a look at some of the benefits derived from practicing couple yoga or yoga with another person:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022    The minutes of playfulness spent together results in the creation of memories that lasts forever.<br>\n\u2022    Partner yoga allows you to let go of the past and enjoy the moment in the present. It leads to the discovery of a new sense of fun that further strengthens the relationship.<br>\n\u2022    Practicing yoga with a partner depends a lot on trust. Thus, daily practice leads to a greater sense of trust between each other. <br>\n\u2022    Couple yoga creates a different body sensation where you explore your own body from a different point of view. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, that you are aware of the benefits of yoga positions for two people, here\u2019s a look at the seven poses you can practice with your partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Seated Forward and Backbends (Paschimottanasana)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/top-7-easy-yoga-poses-seated-forward-and-backbends-.jpeg\" alt=\"top-7-easy-yoga-poses-seated-forward-and-backbends\" class=\"wp-image-15364\" style=\"width:584px;height:350px\" width=\"584\" height=\"350\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022    Sit in a cross-legged position with your backs resting against each other.<br> \u2022    Inhale, raise your arms and while exhaling, fold forward slowly.<br> \u2022    Tell your partner to lie down on your back, letting the arms drop on the side. <br> \u2022    This way the chest opens up.<br> \u2022    Stay in the position for a minute and swap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Standing Forward Fold (Uttanasana)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" data-id=\"15366\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/top-7-easy-yoga-poses-standing-forward-fold.jpeg\" alt=\"top-7-easy-yoga-poses-standing-forward-fold\" class=\"wp-image-15366\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022    You and your partner should be in mountain pose with your backs against each other.<br> \u2022    Ensure that a gap of a few inches is there between you two.<br> \u2022    Both of you inhale at the same time and raise your arms upward. <br> \u2022    While exhaling, bend from the hips such that your chests rest on the thighs. <br> \u2022    Try and grab the elbow of your partner and your partner should also do the same. <br> \u2022    Stay in the position for a minute or so and release by bending at the hips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. L-Shaped Handstand (Adho Mukha Vrksasana)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"290\" height=\"174\" data-id=\"15367\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/top-7-easy-yoga-poses-asanas-vrikshasana.jpeg\" alt=\"top-7-easy-yoga-poses-asanas-vrikshasana\" class=\"wp-image-15367\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022    The yoga positions for two in this pose resemble the shape of \u2018L\u2019. <br> \u2022    Sit in Dandasana or Staff Pose (one of you).<br> \u2022    Now, hold the legs of your partner while he\/she engages in headstand. <br> \u2022    It is important to make sure that your cores are engaged and the shoulders are away from the ears. <br> \u2022    While coming out of the pose, lower the legs slowly and rest in Balasana (Child\u2019s Pose) for a few seconds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Boat Pose (Paripurna Navasana)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"279\" height=\"181\" data-id=\"15368\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/top-7-easy-yoga-poses-paripurna-navasana.jpeg\" alt=\"top-7-easy-yoga-poses-paripurna-navasana\" class=\"wp-image-15368\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022    Sit on your knees by facing each other. Your toe should touch your partner\u2019s toe.<br> \u2022    Reach out for your partner\u2019s wrist.<br> \u2022    Hold each other and try and draw your knees towards your chest. <br> \u2022    Keep the chest open and the spine straight and slowly start to straighten your legs. <br> \u2022    Hold the position for a few breaths and come out of it slowly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"355\" height=\"142\" data-id=\"15369\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/top-7-easy-yoga-poses-downward-facing-dog.jpeg\" alt=\"top-7-easy-yoga-poses-downward-facing-dog\" class=\"wp-image-15369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/top-7-easy-yoga-poses-downward-facing-dog.jpeg 355w, https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/top-7-easy-yoga-poses-downward-facing-dog-300x120.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 355px) 100vw, 355px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022    You and your partner should be in downward facing dog position in front of the other.<br> \u2022    Now, the one in front needs to move back till he\/she is able to place his\/her feet on the back of the other person\u2019s hip and maintain a stable position.<br> \u2022    Stay in the position for a minute and release.<br> \u2022    While coming out, the one at the back should wait till the person in the front gently steps off his\/her back.<br> \u2022    Perform Balasana for a few breaths after the pose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Seated Twist (Ardha Matsyendrasana)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"290\" height=\"174\" data-id=\"15370\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/top-7-easy-yoga-poses-ardha-matsyendrasana.jpeg\" alt=\"top-7-easy-yoga-poses-ardha-matsyendrasana\" class=\"wp-image-15370\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022    Both you and your partner should sit in a cross-legged position with your backs against each other.<br> \u2022    Inhale, take your arms upward and while twisting to the right, exhale.<br> \u2022    While you are twisting, bring your right-hand to the left knee of your partner and the left hand to your right knee.<br> \u2022    Let your partner mirror you.<br> \u2022    Stay in the position for a few breaths and repeat the same by twisting on the other side as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Hollowback<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022    While facing away from each other, one of you has to come up into the headstand pose gently.<br>\n\u2022    Now, both of you need to create a hollow back shape with the help of your backs.<br>\n\u2022    The one who is standing should grab the leg of the one in headstand pose.<br>\n\u2022    Communication is one of the key factors of this pose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spread the goodness of yoga with these easy yoga poses for two people and live life in harmony and love. Namaste!!!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yoga means \u2018unification\u2019 and what better way to practice the art than, by embracing each other through breath, play and movement with easy yoga poses for two people. Partner yoga builds intimacy and stronger connection in any type of relationship \u2013 family relationship, friendship, or romantic relationships. 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