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Back to Basics: Breath is the New Black

  Lately I’ve been fascinated by the human brain’s proclivity for being seduced. Yoga students are seduced by the fancy (and perhaps erroneously labeled ‘advanced’) yoga poses. University students are

6 Ways to Kickstart Your Self-Practice

Attending class at your favorite yoga studio can be very rewarding. It might be just what you needed to clear your head after a long day. But obtaining a solid

4 Ways To Overcome Fear With Yoga

Fear used to be one of my greatest obstacles to a happy and fulfilling life. Yep, if left to its own devices, fear had the power in the past to

10 Simple Yoga Practices for Beginners

Yoga has become incredibly popular in recent years. Its popularity is due in part to flexibility. It’s very flexible! Yoga can be done just about anywhere by almost anyone. People

5 Poses to Increase Flexibility

As we age, we lose water in our tissues and intervertebral discs, our muscles and tendons lose elasticity,  and we start to experience the all too familiar feeling of “stiffness

Learn to Headstand: 9 Tips to Practice at Home

There is something indescribably intimidating about headstands. For some, it happens naturally, but for others, it may take up to 12 months of practice, while learning to fall and recover

9 Essential Yoga Poses for Desk Workers

Just because you work in an office doesn’t mean you can’t get up and move your body! Here are 9 simple yoga poses that can be done at your desk!

Yoga: Which Style Best Meets Your Needs?

Do you practice yoga (or want to practice) and find yourself confused by the seemingly countless styles? If so keep reading to understand the most common styles of yoga and the philosophies of each.

3 Ancient Yoga Practices to Motivate You Today

Motivation has been around for centuries. See how these ancient yoga concepts can help keep you on track today and everyday!

Explore Boat Pose!

Boat pose – A yogi’s most dreadful pose! Yoga Digest breaks down how and why to do this challenging pose.