Staff Pose (Dandasana), (dahn-DAH-suh-nuh) danda (staff or rod) + asana (pose) Also Known as: seated staff pose Pose Type: Strengthening, Seated Difficulty: Beginner Proper activation and alignment in Staff Pose invite you to find depth in this simple pose. Staff Pose Fundamentals Find your alignment and build your postural awareness in this foundational seated pose. … Read more
Yoga, as it has been popularized in the Western World, tends to be perceived as a fitness activity that is designed for the wealthy, young, and able-bodied. If you’re thinking about starting yoga and this seems to be the impression you’ve got so far, please don’t let it put you off! This really could not … Read more
The downward-facing dog is a yoga posture commonly practiced in modern yoga asana styles around the world, and there are many ways to learn downward dogs for beginners so that you can establish a good foundation. Although it is considered a basic posture, it is not, in itself, a very accessible shape since it requires … Read more
Crocodile Pose,Makarasana , (muh-kuh-rah-SUH-nuh) makara (crocodile) + asana (pose) Also Known as: Nakarasana Pose Type: Supine, Restorative Difficulty: Beginner Restore and recover in this relaxing supine yoga pose. Crocodile Pose Fundamentals Deepen your breath, relax your body and calm your mind in Crocodile Pose. The pose involves lying on your stomach, which will provide a tremendous release to your … Read more
Thread The Needle Pose, Parsva Balasana, (par-savah baa-laa-suh-nuh) parsva (turned) + bala (child) + asana (pose) Also Known as: Urdhva Mukha Pasasana Pose Type: Twisting, Stretching Difficulty: Beginner Open up your shoulders and stretch the spine in this calming pose. Thread The Needle Pose Fundamentals Bend, stretch, twist, and release in this restorative yoga pose. Thread … Read more