Adho Mukha Svanasana - Downward Facing Dog Pose
In Sanskrit, "Adho" means downward, "mukh" means face and "svan" means dog. In this asana, the practitioner's face is downwards, hence the name.
Akarshan Dhanurasana - Pulled Bow Pose
"Akarshana" means 'pulled' and "Dhanur" means 'bow' in Sanskrit. In this pose the final posture resembles an archer when taking aim before shooting an arrow.
Anantasana - Sleeping Vishnu Pose
"Ananta" is another name for Vishnu. This pose reflects the sleeping pose of Vishnu on his serpent.
Ardha Halasana - The Half-Plough Pose
"Ardha" means 'half' and "Hala" means 'plough' in Sanskrit. This pose is the first step to doing the full Halasana posture.
Chakrasana - Standing Wheel Pose
"Chakra" means 'wheel' in Sanskrit.
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