I find balancing poses fun. It’s always a challenge to see how well I can balance on a particular day because not all days are the same. Some days it comes easy, other days, it can seem almost impossible to balance for more than a few seconds. One of the most important things to remember […]
The practice of yoga asanas is truly a boon for the deskbound, both for one’s physical and mental health. Even just a few exercises done at or next to your desk throughout the day lets you enjoy a boost of energy, a wave of relaxation, and a clarity of mind that makes you more focused,
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While it can be uncomfortable for some people to talk about constipation, it’s even more uncomfortable to experience the bloating, heaviness in the abdomen, the strain to pass stool, and the lack of energy that comes with it. Most of us get constipated every now and then, maybe when we change our routine (traveling can
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A lot of times I like to practice asanas one at a time, holding the poses for a while and taking short rests in between, when appropriate. But I also like to practice Salute to the Sun, flowing from one pose to another. Because there are so many different types of flow yoga classes available
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Since ancient times, yogis teaching and practicing asanas have placed a great deal of emphasis on the back, especially the spine. They appreciated the value of keeping the spinal column straight, strong, flexible, and relaxed. Not only does a healthy spine have a favorable impact on your overall comfort and mobility (both present and future),
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If the backs of your legs scream at you whenever you do straight-leg forward bends, it may well be that your hamstrings are tight. If you don’t stretch them regularly, they’ll stay that way—or even get stiffer. That’s not a good thing because tight hamstrings affect more than just our ability to bend forward with
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On cold winter mornings, you may need a little extra motivation to practice your asanas. So think of it as a great opportunity to tackle some of yoga’s more challenging poses and heat up your body at the same time. The poses that warm us up the most tend to be the ones that build
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Approaching life with the principles of yoga as our foundation will bring us keen insights—whether about our relationships, our personal situation, or our work. These insights will enable us to find a solution to any situation or problem in life. When we’re faced with a difficult decision, if we’re unable to come up with a
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Every day is a new day to move closer to our goals. New Year’s resolutions are good, but keeping them in focus throughout the year takes steady determination.
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Often times things happen that are out of your control. When it affects your mood or feelings, just remember your emotions come and go like the tide and that this too shall pass.
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