21 Animals Who Are Perfect Yoga Companions
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Yoga Animals
Your animals are there for you when humans aren't. They're obedient, patient, and sometimes athletic – basically the ideal yoga partners. We've compiled a list of some of the best (and cutest!) workout buddies that will help you get the most out of your practice.
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Parakeets
Our feathered friends enjoy an excuse to stretch their wings, too!
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Turtles
Slow and steady wins the race to increasing your flexibility. Try to reach a little further with each stretch, but keep the pace of our wise old friend.
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Sheep
You won't baaa-lieve how amazing yoga is for your physical and mental health.
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Hedgehogs
Even the spiniest of animals can benefit from some posture-fixing poses.
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Kangaroos
Hip-hop on over to your mat for a stretch session with your favorite Australian buddy.
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Cats
Focus on finding your balance and living in the meow with your adorable feline friend.
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Camels
Help smooth out your hump day with a little yoga and meditation.
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'Lion' Dogs
We're impressed by how well this yogi is concentrating despite the ferocious pup joining her on the mat.
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Lizards
It looks like this lizard already has his chaturanga down.
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Horses
Not even these celebs have mastered the art of doing bareback yoga.
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Dogs
When an animal has a yoga pose named after them, it's pretty likely they'll make a good yoga buddy.
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Flamingos
These long-legged animals are the perfect yogi friends to bring to a relaxed stretching flow.
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Elephants
Going zen with one of the most revered symbols of the spiritual lifestyle seems only fitting.
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Seals
The "seal pose" definitely fits on this list. Now inhale...
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Cows
Have you heard of the Cat-Cow pose? It's a great way to improve posture and stretch out any kinks you may have in your back, with or without a cow.
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Monkeys
Laughter does wonders for the soul, and bringing a silly monkey to yoga will surely result in some giggles.
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Goats
We bet you've never seen anything like this before! But goat yoga is definitely a thing — and it's trending.
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Geese
There's nothing like getting in a good afternoon stretch. Plus, following this goose's lead and keeping your neck straight will do wonders for your posture.
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Bunnies
Headstands take a lot of practice to master, but having a fluffy bunny at your side could be great encouragement.
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Pigs
Trot to your mat with an adorable teacup piggy to keep you accountable during your workout.
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Chickens
You're pretty clucky if you have a friend willing to join in for an intense afternoon vinyasa.
Your animals are there for you when humans aren't. They're obedient, patient, and sometimes athletic – basically the ideal yoga partners. We've compiled a list of some of the best (and cutest!) workout buddies that will help you get the most out of your practice.