Is it better to do yoga in the morning or evening?

A yogi explains why there are mind and body benefits to doing both on the reg.

Because of that, you may want to switch up your style depending on your schedule.

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Press play on the video above to see how to do it the right way.

Spread your fingers and straighten your arms, pressing down into the mat through your palms.

Then, straighten your legs and lift your hips up toward the sky.

Two young women practicing ballet with a teacher in the dance hall.

Inversions

Getting upside down is a great way to instantly boost your energy.

If you want to build up to a headstand,this strength-boosting sequence can help.

Backbends

Bridge poseor, if youre a pro,full wheelhelps to loosen up any tightness in your back.

Woman doing hip exercises

Grab the sides of your mat, and keep rolling your shoulders inward until you feel the weight.

And if youre struggling with proper form,this easy modificationcan help.

Slide your other leg all the way back.

Cropped image of woman doing lunge yoga pose

back, untucking your toes and resting on the top of your foot.

Walk your hands forward, and rest your forehead on the mat or a block.

Supta baddha konasana

Otherwise known as a Reclining Goddess Pose, this is the ultimate for rest and relaxation.

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Start by lying on your back with your feet planted and knees bent.

If you need a little extra support, a block or blanket under your lower back can help.

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Woman in leggings and bra doing Lunge with Arm Extended Up pose hip opener stretch during yoga session in morning at home.

Woman doing arm exercise without weights while sitting on mat at home.

A woman in sports clothes does yoga or gymnastics at home. Daylight. She smiles

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