It can be difficult to know where you are in a particular pose when you’re head down and bum up. Three alignment mistakes can cause …
How to Correct Common Misalignments in Three-Legged Dogs
Yoga
Pincha Mayurasana, or Forearm Stand, has many holistic benefits
Pincha Mayurasana is also known as the Forearm Stand or Feathered Peacock pose. Whatever you call this challenging inversion, the benefits are the same. For …
Yoga Poses for Sleeping Better
Yoga doesn’t always have to be a vigorous, get-your-blood-pumping workout, although many of us love the feeling those classes give us. You can achieve these …
How to do the Pigeon Pose on EVERY body
Pigeon pose is both a hip-opener that’s loved and ‘hated.’ This space is created by bending your front leg at 45-90 degrees (depending on the …
Three fundamental tips for arm balance
It’s not as complicated as you think! You need to be aware of some basic facts about your anatomical structure, physical strength, and other aspects. …
What is Hatha Yoga, and what are its benefits?
When asked what type of Yoga I teach, I struggle to find a term. I usually end up saying “classic Hatha Yoga.” What does this …
Yoga Teachers: Real World Tips
You’ve just completed your 200-hour YTT, and now you are ready to begin teaching. You’re ready to start training, but then you find that finding …
Yoga Poses To Prepare For Headstand
Feeling groggy? Feeling groggy? Need some help with refocusing your attention? Inversions can solve all of these problems! Inversions such as forearm stands, headstands, shoulder …
The first week of my Yoga teacher training in Bali: Getting started
Alina, I’m Alina. This is my 4-week diary of yoga teacher training. I will be sharing it with you in the coming month. After practicing …
Yoga Poses for Warriors
Virabhadrasana is one of the more challenging yoga postures. The body is directly in opposition, but the mind must stay focused. Warrior is challenging for …