Countless yoga adepts hold that yoga has transformed their lives. They claim for example that it gives them a sense of connection with themselves, soaring energy, mental focus and inner calm. But what if you have tried yoga and not felt anything? Before you give up, consider that there is a lot that you have…
Balancing poses in yoga are beneficial in many ways. For example, they strengthen your core muscles, tone connective tissue and train your nervous system. Here is an overview of everything you get out of practising balance poses. Why yoga poses are suitable for balance training Balance is a fundamental skill; without it, we couldn’t even…
Have you ever wondered how many yoga poses there are in total? I have, so I had a look at how many yoga poses you find mentioned in famous yogic texts. That way, I got a good overview of the number of poses recognised both in the old days and in present times. Here is…
Will yoga make you enlightened? When I started yoga more than twenty years ago, my ultimate goal was just that: enlightenment, awakening, illumination or whatever you want to call it. Back then, I was determined but also naive and idealistic. I have learned a lot about spiritual awakening since then. In this post, I discuss…
It isn’t wise to do yoga right after a meal. If you are into yoga, you surely have been told that already several times before. But what is the reason? And how long should you wait before practicing? And do you need an equally long time to digest your food for all types of yoga…
This post is about how to learn headstand without a wall. You will discover that a wall is an unnecessary distraction. Doing headstand without support is a safer and quicker way to learn it. Sirsasana or headstand is one of the best yoga poses. And the good news is that most of us can learn…
Sirsasana, the full headstand, is one of the most essential yoga poses. However, it isn’t a beginner’s pose. It takes quite some effort to learn, and for some people, it is just too much. So wouldn’t it be fantastic if there was an easy alternative to headstand? Well, there is. It’s called the clown pose….
Shavasana is a crucial relaxation pose. It is incredibly versatile and straightforward. However, it is not your only option for ending an asana sequence. Several other easy to do poses can help you harmonise the energy you awaken with yoga. This article will look at five excellent alternatives to Shavasana that will assure profound relaxation…
Shavasana is crucial. Yet, many yoga practitioners never get it right because their approach to yoga is too physical, and they never get the proper guidance. This article will explain how you can get more out of lying still and how Shavasana could be the one pose to help you move towards a more profound…
Yoga poses are just a thin slice of what there is to yoga. Still, poses are the sole focus of most modern yoga styles. The widespread overfocus on posture is frustrating for any practitioner wishing to explore the deeper states within reach of yoga. Though it might be challenging to find a yoga studio where…
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