Yoga Mudra might be THE pose that first started my love affair with yoga. Although it’s hard to pinpoint that moment so precisely, without a doubt, yoga mudra gave me a such feeling of calm and inward reflection that it took me by surprise. I had never really had the experience of intimate communion with […]
Asana tip sheet #23 – Agni Stambhasana (fire log pose)
I love the name of this pose. Agni stambhasana means fire log pose and I can completely imagine the stacking of logs on the fire as I take this pose. This is a wonderful hip stretch that’s good for just about everyone. Our version is modified for yogins that may be a bit tighter and not […]
Asana tip sheet #27 – Puppy stretch
This pose has a sophisticated name that belies its playful nature. Uttana shishosana, or puppy stretch, is one of Tania’s favorite workhorse poses to use with clients who are challenged with tight shoulders in downdog. It’s also great for older students who have difficulties with the inversion aspect of downdog. Once you’re in the stretch, […]
Inner balance eluding you? This will help.
Twice a month we get the perfect chance as teachers to inspire in our students an appreciation for the introspective side of their nature. The days of the full and new moons are great opportunities to draw attention to our feminine side and give permission to honor it. These are some of my favorite times […]
Build a fun, well-rounded class of folds, backbends and twists
Here’s an idea you can build on…plan your class with three types of poses in mind: forward folds, backbends and twists. Folds, backbends and twists are complimentary—your body will begin to crave them as you move through class. Basically you’ll follow the pattern Rupali suggests in this Vinyasa Short on Folds/Backbends/Twists. She shows three repetitions […]
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