Best Yoga Poses For Your Zodiac Sign

There is no “wrong” pose to do in yoga. Each of them is beneficial. But, if you want to connect deeper to your practice and try out some astroyoga, this is the blog post for you. Keep reading to learn the best yoga poses for each zodiac sign to incorporate into your next session. Check your sun, moon, and rising astrological signs!

Yoga Poses Tailored for Each Zodiac Sign

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

Aries signs are dynamic and competitive by nature. They need to fuel their fiery energy while also finding balance and focus. 

Yoga poses for this sign should fuel their fiery energy while promoting balance and focus as well. 

• Warrior Pose (Virabhadrasana): Embodies the warrior spirit to release pent-up energy.
• Chair Pose (Utkatasana): Builds determination and tests endurance for resilient Aries.
• Headstand (Sirsasana): Challenges Aries to shift their perspective. 

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

Taurus signs like to be grounded in routines that engage the senses and provide stability.

• Camel Pose (Ustrasana): Opens the chest and throat chakras to stimulate deep, grounding breaths. 
• Cow Face Pose (Gomukhasana): Enhances flexibility in the hips and shoulders, areas where Taurus might store tension.
• Tree Pose (Vrikshasana): Great for practicing balance, stability, and focus.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

Geminis are quick-witted, thrive on variety, and they need to stimulate their mind constantly. 

• Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana): Calms a busy mind and enhances concentration.
• Twin Pose (Yamuna): Nurtures coordination, reflection, and communication. 
• Airplane Pose (Dekasana): Improves focus and stimulates Gemini’s sense of balance.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

Cancer signs are intuitive and sensitive, so they value security and comfort.

• Moon Salutation (Chandra Namaskar): This soothing sequence honors Cancer’s ruling celestial body, the Moon.
• Child’s Pose (Balasana): Provides emotional comfort and relaxation.
• Bound Angle Pose (Baddha Konasana): Opens the hips and heart, encouraging emotional release.

Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22)

Leos are vibrant and theatrical, and love adding a dramatic flair to everything they do. 

• Lion’s Pose (Simhasana): Reflects Leo’s expressive nature and helps relieve tension in the face and chest.
• Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar): An energizing pose that honors Leo’s ruling celestial body, the Sun. 
• Bow Pose (Dhanurasana): Encourages a heart-opening experience and strengthens the back, great for strength and resilience.

Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22)

Virgos are meticulous and practical, valuing precision and efficiency.

• Plow Pose (Halasana): Calms the brain to promote precision.
• Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana): Lengthens the spine while calming the mind and boosting focus.
• Tree Pose (Vrikshasana): Enhances mental clarity and stability, key traits for detail-oriented Virgo.

Libra (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22)

Libras are balanced and crave harmony, seeking equilibrium in all areas of their lives.

• Scales Pose (Tolasana): Challenges and promotes Libra’s innate sense of balance.
• Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana): Strengthens the back, promoting balance and poise. 
• Supine Twist (Supta Matsyendrasana): Encourages spinal flexibility and relaxation.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)

Scorpios are intense, profound, and love to explore the depths of all experiences.

• Eagle Pose (Garudasana): Enhances concentration and balances energy for Scorpio’s intense focus.
• Scorpion Pose (Vrischikasana): Represents Scorpio’s daring and transformative nature.
• Warrior 3 (Virabhadrasana III): Builds resilience and power for strong-willed Scorpios.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)

Sagittarians are adventurous and philosophical. They constantly seek both freedom and meaning in everything they do.

• Archer Pose (Akarna Dhanurasana): Symbolizes Sagittarius’ continual quest for knowledge and meaning. 
• Horse Pose (Vatayanasana): enhances flexibility and sense of freedom. 
• Wheel Pose (Chakrasana): Opens the chest and heart chakras to create a liberating experience.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)

Capricorns are disciplined and responsible, valuing tradition and structure.

• Mountain Pose (Tadasana): Embodies steadiness and concentration.
• Dolphin Pose (Ardha Pincha Mayurasana): Builds core and shoulder strength for disciplined Capricorns. 
• Tree Pose (Vrikshasana): Enhances focus and poise. 

Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)

Aquarians are innovative and eclectic, often exploring unconventional paths.

• King Pigeon Pose (Rajakapotasana): Encourages flexibility, openness, and creativity.
• Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana II): Promotes stamina and perspective, and opens to hips and chest to promote the flow of ideas. 
• Half Lord of the Fishes Pose (Ardha Matsyendrasana): Promotes flexibility in the spine, as well as thoughts and actions. 

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)

Pisces are empathetic and imaginative, often deeply connected to the spiritual and emotional realms.

• Fish Pose (Matsyasana): Opens the heart and throat chakras to stimulate emotional expression. 
• Lotus Pose (Padmasana): Enhances meditation and reflection, aligning with Pisces’ spiritual nature.
• Legs Up the Wall Pose (Viparita Karani): Promotes relaxation, healing, and mental calmness.