“We work very hard in our lives, and while we may sleep, we rarely take time to relax. Restorative yoga poses help us learn to rest deeply and completely.” Judith Hanson Lasater, PhD. In our modern, busy world we spend more time “on” than “off” leading to exhaustion and burnout. Add to that our intensive … Read more
साधन Sadhana Definition Originating in the Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist traditions, sadhana is most commonly understood as daily spiritual practice, or the means of realizing. It is made from the Sanskrit root word “sadh,” meaning a tool or practice to achieve a goal, or going directly to the goal. Some sources claim the word also … Read more
Yin Yoga is a practice that places a significant emphasis on theories from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It incorporates long, held asanas with an understanding of something called the meridian system. In this article, we will be covering: What is Yin Yoga? Yin Yoga is a slow-paced practice that focuses on gently stressing the deep … Read more
Yoga props have become increasingly popular both in group classes as well as in home studios due to their ability to not only make basic yoga asana more accessible, but also increase and support advanced postures. A yoga blanket is one of the most accessible and versatile yoga props out there, making perfect for any … Read more
Even if you are new to yoga, you’ve likely heard of hot yoga, either from a friend or two raving about the workout or just by passing by a hot yoga studio in your local area. Although hot yoga is certainly in its very nascent stages compared to the discipline of yoga as a whole, … Read more