Turning upside down in the yoga room can feel scary for many of us, even those who practice often. It’s frightening partly because we can’t see what we’re doing, and…[...]
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Many advanced yoga poses seem scary because we don’t think about how to work up to them. Sure, there’s the rare beginner who, thanks to natural flexibility, can easily try…[...]
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When we think of backbends, what may come to mind, is images of deep urdhva dhanurasana (wheel) poses, or heart-opening handstand hollowback poses, however, our spines can bend in 6…[...]
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Stuck at your desk all day? Been sitting in the car too much? We all know that stiff, hunched-over feeling from sitting too long without a chance to move. Sure,…[...]
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What is metabolism, and why would you want to boost it? Simply put, metabolism is a mix of chemical processes that keep our bodies functioning, moving, and alive. According to…[...]
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The less effort you use, the faster and more powerful you’ll become – Bruce Lee. From Patanjali’s yoga sutras, we learn about sthira (effort) and sukha (surrender). Sutra 2.46, sthira sukham asanam, means "posture (asana)…[...]
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Simhasana (Lion’s Breath) Start by sitting cross-legged on your yoga mat. If your knees are higher than your hips, place a folded blanket, cushion, or block under your hips for…[...]
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In 2010, a research team—including Janice K. Kiecolt-Glaser, Ph.D., Lisa Christian, Ph.D., Heather Preston, B.A., Carrie R. Houts, M.S., William B. Malarkey, M.D., Charles F. Emery, Ph.D., and Ronald Glaser,…[...]
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Hypermobility can happen in both joints and muscles. You might be a hypermobile yogi if your joints hyperextend, or if you’re just very flexible! We often hear about taking micro-bends…[...]
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AcroYoga blends the mindfulness of yoga, the thrill of acrobatics, and the nurturing touch of Thai massage into a dynamic, playful practice. While photos and videos might make it seem…[...]
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