Beyond Dietary Dogma: Journey to Intuitive Eating
The döner kebab spun slowly on its spit, juices dripping as the golden-brown meat glistened under the fluorescent lights of the train station. I was waiting for my overnight train…[...]
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Mantra Yoga: Definition, Benefits and Technique
We usually see yoga as a physical practice filled with different poses and breathing exercises. But did you know that repeating a word or sound mindfully is also a form…[...]
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The Power and Purpose of Tapas in Yoga
Tapas is a potent and age-old yogic tool that helps us transform by pushing past our perceived limits. This fiery, disciplined practice unlocks a deep well of inner strength and vitality,…[...]
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Ask the Experts: How to Embrace Yoga Inversions with Confidence and Ease
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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5 Scary Poses to Stop Dreading and Trust That You Can Do
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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5 Simple Exercises to Deepen Your Backbends
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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5 Yoga Poses You Can Do From the Comfort of Your Chair
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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Yoga Sequence to Boost Your Metabolism
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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Boost Your Confidence and Ease Into Challenging Yoga Poses with a Strong Core
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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30-minute Yoga Sequence to Get Rid of Anger
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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