How long should each yoga pose last?

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While this depends on the type of asana and the capability of the person, a general rule of thumb says a minimum of 30 seconds for any asana. Please note that this does not apply for Surya Namaskara as it is more of a flow and hence positions are not meant to be held for any more than 1 second. Sukham...
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While thisdepends on the type of asana and the capability of the person,a general rule of thumb says a minimum of 30 seconds for any asana. Please note that this does not apply for Surya Namaskara asit is more of a flow and hence positions are not meant to be held for any more than 1 second. Sukham Sthiramor holding a position comfortably is what should be the goal for any asana. This means you should be able to breathe normally while holding that asana. read less
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Yoga tutor at home teaching since 20years

Each yoga poses last to 5 to 6 minutes which includes the practice of starting position ,maintain of pose and slow down position.It depend upon repetition of each pose.
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According to persons ability and comfort ,
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COACHING SINCE 2000 To till day

It depends on individual capacity anf practice. Each posr canbe held 5 mnts
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Yoga Doctor with 10 years experience

It's depends on individual capacity and based on position too
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