5 Simple Yoga Poses for Stress
The Art of Intention
Depending on the type of yoga (and yoga instructor), you may be asked to silently “set an intention” at the beginning of class. And yet, from personal experience, rarely does the instructor explain what an intention is. So whether you are a beginner or have…
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Crane Pose (Bakasana)
Bakasana or Crane Pose is considered to be one the most vital of all arm balances. Practicing this pose will assist you to strengthen your arms and wrists and strengthen the abdominal muscles and the upper back which could assist with posture. It will also…
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How to Adopt a Yoga Diet: A Beginner’s Guide
Hello, future yogis and yoga enthusiasts! You’ve mastered your Downward Dog, you can hold a Tree Pose with the best of them, but did you know yoga extends beyond the mat? Yes, it’s true! Yoga isn’t just about the asanas (yoga poses), it’s about cultivating…
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Contemplating Meditation? Consider a Retreat
One Woman’s Journey to Discovering Meditation Despite practicing yoga for more than 15 years, I had never really thought much about the meditative component of my practice. While my mind was much calmer in the yoga room, truth be told, I sometimes wonder how present…
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Finding Lightness in Aerial Silks
For all of you that have ever watched the Cirque du Soleil performers as they gracefully transition from pose to pose in the long silk hammocks and thought to yourself — “I’d like to do that” — I have good news for you: Now you…
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Crow Pose (Bakasana)
The crow pose (also known as the crane pose) or Bakasana is an arm balancing posture and forms the basis for all other arm balances in yoga. Bakasana, which is often used interchangeably with Kakasana, inspires exceptional confidence as well as develops arms and core…
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Quote: Gratitude in Your Heart
If there is anything other than gratitude in your heart, then you are in your mind. Related posts: Quote: The Mind and Heart A Meditation on Gratitude When a Practice Moves From Your Mat to Your Heart Quote: Okay
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Five Beginning Couples Yoga Poses
Practicing yoga with a partner can be a fun, rewarding and bonding experience. Yoga translates to literally mean “union.” There is no better way to unite than sharing a yoga practice with a romantic partner, a best friend or child. Partner yoga poses help connect…
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Ashtanga Yoga Poses
Ashtanga Yoga is a form of yoga that stems from the idea of cleansing the body from all impurities. The main teacher credited with the introduction and teaching of Ashtanga Yoga is Sri K. Pattabhi Jois from India and only a few other teachers in…
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Corepower Yoga – Why It is Essential for Your Body
Why you need corepower yoga Your body is composed of core muscular tissues that provide adequate support for the upright posture. Nevertheless, although the muscles are fundamental components that provide optimal body support and balance, they are susceptible to numerous defects. The daily activities that…
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