Upward-Facing Dog is an introductory backbend that helps prepare the body and mind for all sorts of challenging yoga poses.

Intermediate and advanced yoga poses offer a deeper challenge, enhancing strength, flexibility, and mental focus. Poses like Handstand and Forearm Stand demand core stability and upper body strength, ...

Even if you can't bend yourself into a pretzel or defy gravity with masterful inversions (yet), admiring the craziest yoga poses on Instagram can be totally mesmerizing—not to mention, inspiring.