Ayurveda 101: Understanding and Identifying the 3 Doshas
Ayurveda is an ancient Indian health science. The practice of Ayurveda aims to maintain health by balancing the five primal elements of the body. In this article you can learn more about Ayurveda, how the five elements lead to doshas or recognisable traits in the body, and how to identify your dosha.
How to Practice the Yamas – Applied Yoga Philosophy
Practicing the Yamas encourages us to be conscious of our thoughts and actions. In yoga philosophy, the Yamas are the starting point in the eight-limbed journey towards enlightenment. Learn about the Yamas and how to practice them to transform your life with peace and contentment.
Learn How to Practice the Niyamas in Daily Life
Niyamas refers to the habits recommended for a holistic healthy life. These guidelines form part of the Eight Limbs of Yoga. Enhance your life by finding out what Niyamas mean and how to practice the five most common Niyamas.
Ujjayi Breath & Ujjayi Pranayama – All You Need to Know
The audible sound of Ujjayi Breath was born under the teaching of Krishnamacharya and has become one of the most practiced and variable breathing techniques in yoga today. Here Master Teacher Ram Jain explains the authentic origins of Ujjayi Breath and guides you in practicing and benefiting from it.
Ashtanga Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga & Raja Yoga – Understanding the Differences
Ashtanga Yoga is commonly known as a sequence of six yoga poses. In contrast, a Vinyasa Yoga sequence changes with every class. But is there more to it? Find out the different meanings, similarities and key differences.
What Is Raja Yoga? The Yoga of Self-Control Demystified
Raja Yoga involves control of one's self—your body, breath, mind and desires. The goal is to reach the state of enlightenment, also known as samadhi. Learn more about what Raja Yoga means and how to practice it.
What Is Jnana Yoga? Meaning, Benefits & How to Practice the Yoga of Knowledge
Jnana Yoga is about self-awareness. It isn’t a physical asana practice, but rather one of the four paths to enlightenment. This article dives into what Jnana Yoga is, its purpose and how to practice it.
Yoga Exercises – Yoga Asana Guide
Want to create a yoga sequence but need help figuring out how to? In this guide, I share how to structure your yoga class, 22 asanas to include and six principles to prevent injuries. I also include a video of the different asanas!
What Is Prana? Definition of Prana & the 5 Vital Energies
You may have heard the word prana in yoga class. Maybe you have read about it in yoga philosophy or came across it while learning about Ayurveda. When we learn about the definition of prana, we can then understand the functions of prana. Continue reading to learn how to manipulate these functions to reach optimum health!
Bhakti Yoga: Guide to the Practice & Benefits of the Yoga of Devotion
The ancient and timeless philosophy of the Bhagavad Gita gives us a system for self-development leading to Self-realisation through the four paths of yoga. Bhakti Yoga is one of these four paths. It is the path of devotion. We purify our emotions and direct them to something beyond ourselves. It is a path of love, faith, and practices that engender those feelings further as we reach the ultimate goal.
Pranayama Benefits & Daily Breathing Techniques for a Longer Life
Pranayama, with yama meaning control, uses specific breathing techniques to positively impact bodily systems and functions such as cardiovascular functioning, blood circulation to the brain, as well as metabolic and endocrine activities. Read on to find out more on how Pranayama breathing technique can help better and prolong your life!