Side Plank (Vasisthasana)

~Balancing Pose

~Moderate

~Benefits: Strengthens arms, abs and legs.  Stretches and strengthens the wrists.  Stretches the back of the legs.  Improves balance.

~Hold each side 15-30 seconds. 

Four-Limbed Staff Pose (Chaturanga Dandasana)

~Strengthening Pose

~Difficult

~Benefits: Strengthens the arms, wrists and core.

~Can hold for 10-30 seconds or use it in a sun salutations flow to upward facing dog.