A backbend calls for strength and flexibility, but never strain. Here's what's happening in your body when you bend over backward.

Upward-Facing Dog is an introductory backbend that helps prepare the body and mind for all sorts of challenging yoga poses.

Backbends are a wonderful way to build strength, flexibility, and mobility. You can start at a beginner stage and transition into intermediate or advanced backbends over time. Backbends are an ...