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Utthita Parsvakonasana-Extended Side Angle Pose This simple standing pose is basic but important to learn. The standing poses aid us in establishing a firm foundation of strong legs and feet. Our upright structure is vital as the brain must be supported and held in correct alignment as it is the seat of our intelligence. The …
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Dr.Geeta Iyengar: “from the day menstruation begins until the day it ends, one should stick to the practice of those asanas that do not obstruct the menstrual flow and help a woman keep herself healthy”. Day one of the menstruation until the end, which may take up to 7 days, one should stick to …
Is pranayama an underrated self care routine ? 🔑 Pranayama is a very subtle practice that activates the energy vibration within the body. This is referred to as Prana (or life force). 🔑 In the beginning, it can be slow, and for many, boring. The results are subtle and not as obvious as the transformation …
In this Iyengar Yoga class, we are taking a deeper dive into Utthita Trikonasana variations: with straps, a chair, and the wall.
If you have issues with your back, you are not alone. In this Iyengar yoga class, we explore asanas that can help take care of the back or relieve back pain, be it the cervical spine (neck and shoulder area), middle back (the thoracic), or lower back( the lumbar and sacrum). Generally, these challenges are …
3 things I learned as an expat teacher I have had the great opportunity to travel the world and live for extended periods of time out of my birth country. I have experienced and learned different cultural traits and mindsets. Here are some of the important things I learned over the years. 🧡 It’s important …
Having a sustained yoga, mindfulness practice works on you when you don’t even know it’s working. Once on my mat, I learn to look inward. My body tells me what’s going on and watching my mind tells me the stories that are running at that moment. Our minds continue to rattle off dialog, and much …
How to prepare to teach a class so that you bring good energy to your students? Whether you are teaching a workshop in person or hosting a live class, these are some best practices to feel more prepared 🔹 Give yourself time to practice properly before the class. 🔹 Fuel your brain with nutritious food, …
How to kick off Monday to stay productive the entire week? Monday can be stressful as we have the whole week’s plans and a long to-do list in mind. This is what I do to stay calm and feel ready to tackle a busy schedule 🔷 On Sunday, write down your entire plan for the …
How to avoid overwhelm and grow as a yoga teacher? As yoga teachers, we feel overwhelmed sometimes, especially when we are preparing to teach a workshop, or have a full schedule. Here are few tips to avoid it, and continue to advance your yoga practice. 🔷 Maintain your own personal practice. Often time, teachers don’t …