Padmasana – Lotus Pose: Tutorial to a Pain-Free & Safe Lotus Pose
Lotus Pose is a symbolic pose in yoga philosophy. A beautiful lotus flower can grow in the muddiest of water and likewise so can we grow in all types of environments. As on the spiritual path, achieving Padmasana takes effort and patience. It is crucial that we approach this pose with caution to come into it safely. Read on to find out how!
Surya Namaskar: Step-by-Step Guide to Sun Salutations for Students & Teachers
The practice of Surya Namaskar has a rich history and great holistic benefits for the body and mind. Read more to find out about this widely known and ancient yoga practice!
Yoga Teacher Training Survival Guide for Students
Thinking about attending a yoga teacher training? It’s a beautiful and transformative but challenging experience. Find out what to expect and how to prepare yourself.
How to Avoid Knee Pain & Injury in Yoga for Sensitive Knees
Knee pain is, unfortunately, relatively common in yoga. Read this blog if you have sensitive knees or fear knee injuries. Here I share 11 tips and modifications for preventing knee pain and injury in yoga.
5 Life-changing Health Benefits of Pigeon Pose
The different variations of Pigeon Pose have various benefits. These benefits include improved posture, reduced back pain and stress relief. Learn more about the different variations and their benefits.
How to Teach Vinyasa Yoga for All Levels: Essential Guide
Why is teaching Vinyasa Yoga challenging? Vinyasa Flow classes are dynamic practices in which we continuously move from pose to pose. Most postures are held for only a few breaths before we transition to the next pose. As a teacher, you must be fluent in your instruction while also being quick in detecting and verbally or manually adjusting any misalignments. There a six main challenges and therefore six valuable tips on how to teach Vinyasa Yoga for all levels. Read on to learn about how you can work on mastering them and becoming a skilled Vinyasa Yoga teacher.
The Ultimate Guide to Yoga for Strength and Flexibility
There are two qualities noticeable when you observe the practice of an experienced yoga practitioner: A seemingly perfect harmony of strength and flexibility. Most people think flexibility is a requirement to practice yoga, but this is a misconception. Learn why yoga is one of the most effective disciplines to develop both strength and flexibility.
Yoga for Depression: How Can Yoga Help?
Depression is a far more common condition than most of us are aware of. If you are teaching yoga, the chances are high that in a class of 15 students, one student suffers from depression. Understanding more about this common condition, and understanding how to teach yoga for depression can help you assist your students on their path to recovery.
Yogic Ways to Build Stronger Groups and Relationships
You deal with groups and relationships daily—in the workplace and at home. Yoga can help you connect to yourself and others. Improve your relationships with these yogic exercises and principles.
What Is Vinyasa Yoga? An Essential Guide for Students & Teachers
Do you practice Vinyasa Yoga and have you ever wondered what is Vinyasa Yoga? Vinyasa Yoga is a widely popular style nowadays. It is often described as a practice with a theme or purposes consisting of poses linked and associated together. There are as many versions, sequences and definitions as there are teachers. So, what is Vinyasa Yoga and how did it develop?
Eka Pada Kapotasana: How to Practice Pigeon Pose for All Levels of Mobility
Eka Pada (Raja) Kapotasana, or Pigeon Pose, is probably one of the most misunderstood yoga poses. The ‘full’ and rather famous version of the pose, which is the so-called King Pigeon, includes an overhead grip that requires a deep backbend and considerable mobility in the shoulders and chest. In this article we will talk about the foundation for the famous One-Legged King Pigeon Pose: the One-Legged Pigeon Pose. This pose not only creates the base for this famous and very sought-after King Pigeon variation, but is a beneficial and effective pose by itself.
8 Tips to Make Your Students Feel Safe in Yoga Class
As a yoga teacher, you should be aware of the effect the environment and your behaviour might have on your students. Learn about the Do’s and Don’ts of creating a safe environment in your yoga class.
