Regular yoga practice offers fitness benefits for the body and the mind. The meditation that's commonly involved helps people to focus, feel calm, and even have lower blood pressure. Yoga poses increase strength, muscle tone, and flexibility. An introduction to common yoga poses will draw readers in through clear, step-by-step instructions and full-color, guiding photographs. Tips for bettering poses such as tree, cobra, and headstands offer those familiar with the practice a chance to improve and beginners an opportunity to start with good form.