“The physical body is not only a temple for our soul but the means by which we embark on the inward journey toward the core.” B. K. S. Iyengar Photo by Eneko Uruñuela on Unsplash In the third article of our “Eight Limbs of Yoga” series we are going to
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The Eight Limbs of Yoga: Niyama
Photo by Jon Flobrant on Unsplash In our “Eight Limbs of Yoga” series we are delving into the eight paths of yoga, as described by the ancient sage Patanjali. We have already defined the first “limb” of yoga, namely the yama. This article is dedicated to the second limb of yoga – niyama. Together,
Read moreIntroduction to Chakras
Chances are that if you’ve gone to a couple of different yoga classes, picked up some literature regarding yoga, or searched online, you are somewhat familiar with the concept of chakras. These mystical energy centers are referred to in a variety of contexts and attributed an array of characteristics. This
Read moreSun Salutation – A Go-To Practice For Beginners and Advanced
Everybody who has visited a couple of yoga classes is at least vaguely familiar with the Sun Salutation. At first, this set of exercises may seem difficult or make no sense, but it is worth doing it several times to appreciate its beauty and benefits. The combination of poses in
Read moreAll You Need to Know About Yoga Blocks
The enormous popularity of yoga in recent decades established it as a global phenomenon. People of all ages and levels of physical fitness practice yoga to improve their health, reach peace of mind, and increase their consciousness and awareness. However, some poses in yoga are not attainable by all practitioners.
Read moreWhat You Need to Know About the Yoga Mat
There is hardly a better-known piece of yoga equipment than the yoga mat. Everybody who’s ever used a mat during practice has noted the variety of the materials, shapes and even sizes available. In this article, we are taking a dive into the use, make, and history of the yoga
Read moreThings You Need to Know Before You Start Yoga At Home
Every beginning is hard. And if you are off on the road of trying to practice yoga at home, you started on a path of spiritual development, but also a physical challenge. The most difficult part about trying something new is not knowing where to start. This article aims to
Read more7 Myths about Yoga and Why They Are Not True
Yoga seems to have taken over the world and turned into one of the most popular systems for self-development and exercise out there. However, for those who have never tried it, it is still surrounded by myths and misconceptions. Below is our review of the most common myths about yoga
Read moreCure for Modern Day Stresses
Yoga is a 3,000-year-old, Hindu discipline of mind and body that became known in Western society with the hippie generation of the Sixties and early Seventies. Its image as a mystic practice is disappearing as fast as the stressful aspects of the Eighties are appearing. As an effective method of
Read moreEquipment needed For Yoga
Equipment For Yoga Yoga is a challenging discipline for the beginning to the advanced person. The Asanas or otherwise known as postures, movements are slow, steady are not to be painful. This does not mean that they are not challenging. Never extend yourself too much to cause discomfort. With practice,
Read moreBreathing and Relaxing
Breathing and Relaxing You don’t need to fall into the stress mode of life. You can use breath to relax, rather than stress, your mind and body. Yoga helps you to relearn that natural state that your body and mind want to be in: relaxation. Deep breathing is both calming
Read moreManduka Prolite Yoga and Pilates Mat
The PROlite is the perfect solution for people seeking a lightweight yoga mat with superior quality and comfort. The PROlite is a lighter, zero-waste yoga mat — for in the studio, and on the go.
Read moreBenefits of Yoga for Health
Cure through Yoga Yoga in a popular position Yoga, one of the world’s oldest forms of exercise, is experiencing a rebirth in our stressful modern world. You wouldn’t think that a 3000-year-old exercise could increase its popularity. But yoga is now being prescribed even by some medical practitioners for a
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Sustainable, soft, hygienic, and absorbent Lightweight and great for travel Patented skidless technology using 100% silicone nubs to grip the towel in place on your mat, floor, or carpet Made using recycled bottles requiring 66% less energy to produce All dyes are free of AZO, lead, and heavy-metals
Read moreThe Seven Chakras
Chakra is a Sanskrit word meaning spinning wheel. These are a system of seven energy centers located along the spine. Each chakra corresponds to an area of the body, a set of behavioral characteristics and stages of spiritual growth. Practicing yoga and focusing your energies during different postures can help
Read moreThe Benefits of Yoga
. The Benefits of Yoga Yoga, as you may know, is practiced by millions of people throughout the world for several good reasons. It has been around for thousands of years now and it is continually gaining popularity for a number of benefits that it is capable of
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