By now you’ve probably started to realise that the name given to every asana derives its inspiration from nature. This pose usually results in users looking a bit like a Matsya, a fish. To be done correctly, this asana has to be done in Padmasana (lotus position) which may not be that easy for beginner. […]
Garudasana – The Eagle Pose
The Garuda, known as the king of birds in Hindu mythology, was the mount of Vishnu. As it was a mythical bird, in the West the pose is more commonly known as the Eagle pose. This pose is not really for beginners as it requires intense concentration and muscle strength. That said, with regular practise you […]
Pose By Pose Benefits Of Surya Namaskar
In an earlier article I mentioned the benefits and importance of Surya Namaskar, the Sun Salutation. In this article I wanted to explain the 12 stages in a little more detail than I have done previously. As you are no doubt aware, the Sun Salutation is made up of 12 poses, it is essential that each […]
Benefits And Importance Of Surya Namaskar
The Surya Namaskar Asana, also known as the Sun Salutation is a combination of 12 postures and each posture provides its unique benefits. The essence of this asana is salutation of the Sun god, which is said to be the power source of all the energy in this world. This asana becomes very important due […]
OM Yoga in a Box
This fabulous boxed set, OM Yoga in a Box, is designed to offer all you need to progress from beginner to experienced yogi. Whether it is for yourself or a gift for someone close to you, it’s bound to be well received. It contains two CDs; one of which is a 70 minute instructional disc […]
Ashtanga Yoga – What Is It?
Ashtanga vinyasa yoga or Ashtanga yoga as it’s more commonly known was first recorded by the sage Vamana Rishi in the Yoga Korunta and introduced to the modern world by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. This method of yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of postures—a process producing intense internal heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles […]
Hatha Yoga: What You Should Know
Hatha yoga is by far the most popular style of yoga in the West and several other styles of yoga originate from it including Power Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, and Kundalini Yoga. The word “hatha” comes from the Sanskrit terms “ha” meaning “sun” and “tha” meaning “moon”. Thus, Hatha Yoga is known as the branch of […]
Yoga: A Cure for Modern Day Stresses?
Could it be true? Could Yoga, a 5,000-year-old Hindu discipline of mind and body that first became known in Western society during the hippie generation of the Sixties and early Seventies be the cure to modern day stress? Yoga’s image as a mystic practice started disappearing as fast as the stressful aspects of the Eighties appeared and suddenly […]
Gaiam Yoga Mat Towel Review
Gaiam Thirsty Yoga Mat Towel This is one of the best yoga mat towels I’ve owned so far. The towel keeps my feet from slipping and is surprisingly absorbent given how thin it is. Don’t be fooled by the thinness however, it ensures it dries quickly and prevents it from getting really heavy, even when […]