What Is Yin Yoga? Before we get into all the Yin Yoga benefits, let’s take a look at the basics. Traditionally, yin yoga has been known as a slower paced practice that incorporates ancient Chinese medicine principles. As I began researching yin yoga, I found that the concept of Yin and Yang exist in Hindu…
Yoga Holistic Exercise Routine
Here is an example of what I would consider an intermediate level of holistic exercise I am currently running. As a disclaimer, I have been active for the last 10-15 years, with a higher focus the last 3-5, so when reviewing this exercise, take that into consideration if you want to use it as a…
Yoga Poses: Easy Pose
Easy Pose Overview Although it’s called “The Yoga Easy Pose”, Sukhasana’s simplicity can be deceptive. For many Westerners, the pose isn’t easy at all! We’re used to sitting in chairs, and we may not have the flexibility required to sit comfortably on the floor. Also known as Sukhasana (soo-KAHS-uh-nuh) this is the basic seated posture…
How To Pick The Perfect Yoga Mat
Picking the perfect yoga mat, whether you’re new to the world of yoga or a seasoned practitioner, can seem daunting. It isn’t hard to see why: The yoga industry earns over $9 billion annually, and that figure is only going to increase. With so many brands and mat styles on the market, your options are…
9 Health Advantages of Yoga
Introduction to Yoga Health Advantages When it comes to improving your overall health, yoga is one of the best activities you can do. Yoga has been around for centuries, and there’s a reason why it’s still so popular today. From physical to mental health, yoga offers so many health benefits. Here’s 9 Health Advantages to…
Why Yoga is the Perfect Partner to Strength Training
To the untrained eye, yoga and strength training could not seem more different. The vigorous and aggressive movements to increase strength and muscle mass seem like polar opposites to the slower, meditative movements of yoga. However, their differences create a combo so complimentary that you will be kicking yourself for not doing both sooner. There…
Yoga Poses: Downward Facing Dog
Downward Facing Dog Overview Also called Adho Mukha Shvanasana (Sanskrit: अधोमुखश्वानासन) Downward Facing Dog is an inversion asana, often practiced as part of a flowing sequence of poses. Known as the “quintessential” yoga pose, it is certainly one of the most popular and well known when people think og Yoga. In this article we will cover how to practice…
Hatha Yoga: An Introduction
Introduction Hatha yoga is perhaps the most popular form of yoga in the world. If you are looking for a yoga class to take, it will probably be easy to find a Hatha yoga class. Additionally, the poses in Hatha yoga are suitable for both yoga beginners and yoga experts. Read on to learn more…
Yoga Poses: Warrior I
Before we jump into how to performing, it will be helpful to take a step back and look at the history of and benefits you can receive from Yoga Pose Warrior I. Sanskrit: वीरभद्र Vīrabhadra | vira = hero | bhadra = friend Warrior I Position: Standing Known commonly around the world as The Determination Pose,…
The Art of Non-harmfulness and the first step to inner peace – Ahimsa
Sanskrit: अहिंसा | a-hiṃsā (non-violence) / also less commonly found as “ahinsa” The first and often most recognized of the yamas (restraints) as found in the Yoga Sutra is Ahisma. Translating to “non-violence”, Ahisma calls on us to live in a non-harmful manner. Be this through your thoughts, speech, or action, the purpose of Ahisma is…