Try It Now: Yoga

Yoga exercises are still the perfect way to get strong, slim, and centered -- even after 5,000 years. Try this full-body workout.

By Nora Isaacs; Photos by Chris Fanning

1. Warrior II (standing pose)

Strengthens: Butt and thighs; stretches hips

• Stand with legs 3 to 4 feet apart, turning right foot out 90 degrees and left foot in slightly.

• Bring your hands to your hips and relax your shoulders, then extend arms out to the sides, palms down.

• Bend right knee 90 degrees, keeping knee over ankle; gaze out over right hand. Stay for 1 minute.

• Switch sides and repeat.

Make it easier: Leave your hands on your hips and don't bend your knee as deeply; instead, focus on lengthening the spine.