Yoga Flow Timer
60-second pose holds with gentle chime transitions. Customizable for Hatha, Vinyasa, or longer Yin holds.
About this yoga flow timer
This timer holds each pose for 60 seconds with a gentle chime to mark transitions. The 60-second hold gives time to settle into the pose, breathe deeply, and find subtle adjustments — long enough to be a real practice, short enough to keep a flow moving.
How to use this yoga timer
- Set up your space — mat, props if you use them, water nearby, no phone notifications.
- Press Start. The timer counts 60 seconds per pose with a 5-second transition.
- Move into each pose slowly during the transition, then settle and breathe through the hold.
- Use the chime as a cue to transition, not as an interruption.
A simple 10-pose flow (about 11 minutes)
- Mountain pose (Tadasana)
- Forward fold (Uttanasana)
- Halfway lift (Ardha Uttanasana)
- Plank pose (Phalakasana)
- Downward-facing dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)
- Low lunge — left side (Anjaneyasana)
- Low lunge — right side
- Warrior II — left (Virabhadrasana II)
- Warrior II — right
- Child's pose (Balasana) for closing rest
Adapting hold times
- Vinyasa flow: shorter holds (30 seconds) for a flowing, dynamic practice — try the 30-second stretch timer instead.
- Hatha: 60-second holds (this preset) for slower, alignment-focused practice.
- Yin yoga: 3–5 minute holds — adjust the timer on the homepage to longer durations.
Tips
- Breath quality matters more than depth in any pose. If you're holding your breath, ease back.
- Match transitions to your breath — inhale to lengthen, exhale to deepen.
- Daily short practices build flexibility and presence faster than occasional long ones.
Frequently asked questions
How long should you hold a yoga pose?
For Hatha-style practice, 30–60 seconds per pose is standard. Vinyasa flows use shorter holds (5–10 breaths). Yin yoga holds run 3–5 minutes per pose.
Is yoga better in the morning or evening?
Both work. Morning yoga tends to be more energizing (Sun Salutations, standing poses); evening practice is often slower and more restorative (forward folds, Yin holds).
Can I use this timer for Yin yoga?
The default 60-second hold is too short for Yin. Head to the homepage to set custom holds of 3–5 minutes.
How often should I do yoga?
3–4 times per week is enough to see meaningful flexibility and strength gains. Daily 10–15 minute sessions are sustainable for many people and beat occasional 90-minute classes.