When it comes to the best poses for beginners looking to start a yoga practice, Rayburn suggests starting with any of these common poses — try flowing through the sequence below to create a complete yoga workout at home.

1.Child’s pose

This foundational pose can be relaxing and serve as a great reset during a class. If you ever need a second during your flow to regroup, you can always come back to child’s pose.

2.Downward facing dog

Downward facing dog may be one of the first poses you’ll learn in any yoga class, since it is an important part of many yoga practices. It’s one of the main poses during sun salutations and something you can return to throughout class, as well.

3.Low Lunge

Another favorite pose of Rayburn’s, this one is great for stretching the lower body and opening up the chest.

4.Cobra pose

This pose, also common in sun salutations, is ideal for improving posture as backbends are great for counteracting prolonged sitting

5.Chair pose

This powerful pose is great for strengthening the legs, arms and core.

6.Extended side angle pose

This empowering pose increases balance and strength. If you can’t reach your fingertips all the way to the ground, consider utilizing a yoga block.

7.Pigeon pose

Great for opening the hips, this popular yoga pose targets the lower body and can provide a fantastic stretch. Ease into the movement and only fold forward if you feel stable once in position.

8.Bridge pose

Another popular backbend, this pose can help improve posture and also relieve lower back pain.

9.Tree pose

Not only does this standing yoga pose help improve your balance and coordination, but it also focuses on posture and alignment. Engage your core to help steady yourself.

10.Corpse pose

This grounding pose is all about relaxation and quieting the mind. If you feel any tension under your lower back, consider placing a rolled-up blanket beneath your knees.