Strength
Which plank variation engages the obliques the most?
Side Plank
Pigeon Pose primarily stretches:
Outer hips and glutes
Which of the following poses is balance-focused?
Tree Pose
Box Breathing consists of:
Inhale 4 → Hold 4 → Exhale 4 → Hold 4
If someone is wobbling in Tree Pose, what should they focus on first?
steady gaze (drishti) or engage core
During Chaturanga, your elbows should:
Hug close to ribs
seated Forward Fold mainly stretches which body areas
Hamstrings & low back
Match the pose to its focus:
Warrior I → ?
Strength + stability
During High Plank, wrists should be stacked under:
Shoulders
Why is core strength important in balance poses?
Stabilizes body and improves control
In Warrior III, the main focus is:
Core strength and balance
Low Lunge is best for stretching which area?
Hip flexors
Explain how core engagement supports balance in Tree Pose or Dancer Pose.
Stabilizes spine, keeps body centered, prevents wobbling
In Side Plank, your body should form what shape?
One straight line
If someone feels strain in their low back during Bridge Pose, what might they adjust?
Engage glutes/core, avoid over-arching
What is the primary benefit of Bridge Pose?
Strengthens glutes & hamstrings OR opens chest & hip flexors
Name one pose from Unit 2 that improves hamstring flexibility.
Forward Fold / Pyramid / Low Lunge
In Tree Pose, your foot should NEVER be placed where?
On the knee
Why should shoulders NOT drop below elbows in Chaturanga?
Prevents shoulder injury / maintains safe alignment
Create a mini 3-pose sequence that includes strength, flexibility, and balance.
Warrior III → Pigeon → Side Plank
Match the pose to its focus:
Dead Bug →
Core stability
Explain why flexibility is important for preventing injury.
Increases range of motion, reduces muscle tightness, improves movement quality
Name two alignment cues for Crescent Lunge.
Answer:
Front knee stacked over ankle
Back leg long and active
Hips square forward
Ribs draw down
Arms reach up
Name three alignment cues for Warrior III.
Hips square to floor
Back leg straight
Spine long
Core engaged
Design a short explanation of how strength, flexibility, and balance all work together in yoga.
Strength stabilizes, flexibility allows range of motion, and balance connects control with alignment.