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 […]
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 […]
Manduka PROLite Yoga Mat Review
This Manduka mat replaced one I’d had for 6 years. It’s safe to say it was a fairly old and worn out, thin mat, this one is so much thicker in comparison. As with all new mats, it was a little slippery at first but after a couple uses it was very easy to grip. The more […]
7 Ways To Stop Your Yoga Class Going Stale
I recently suggested 10 tips for those about to embark on their first Yoga class and whilst a lot of those tips are just as relevant for those who attend classes regularly, I thought I’d offer up some suggestions for the more seasoned class goer to bear in mind to stop class going stale. Regardless […]
Get The Most Out Of Your Yoga Class
Chances are your first introduction to Yoga will be at home with a book or a DVD. Eventually however you’ll want to join a class but it’s likely you’ll be a little apprehensive and nervous about what to expect. Here are our top 10 suggestions for those about to embark on their first Yoga Class. Leave […]