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Bhujangasana: The Cobra Pose

n Sanskrit, bhujanga means snake or serpent thus the Cobra Pose. Asana translates to pose or posture and also seat.

61 Points of Relaxation

Sivasana, also called corpse pose and Savasana in Sanskrit, is done at the end of a yoga session and is important in that the work done is integrated. The energy of the body relaxes, and a restful Sivasana feels wonderful. This guides you through a relaxation similar to Yoga Nidra.

Finding Space in Your Life

Yoga requires a regular and wholehearted effort. If you’re feeling scattered, do a focused five-minute asana rather than a lackadaisical two-hour practice.

Hooray for Hips!

Hips are a huge factor in Yoga practice.  They involve a lot of different movements and actions. So read on and get hip on hips!  ;)

In Lak'ech Ala K'in - the Living Code of the Heart

In Mayan tradition, there is a greeting that many people working with Mayan wisdom know of. It is the law of In Lak'ech Ala K'in, which means I am another yourself.

Thai-Yoga Massage - Rising Popularity of an Ancient Therapy

Thai-Yoga massage is also known as Thai-Yoga or Thai massage. It is practiced in the Thai, or Siam, culture for well-being and prevention. It produces the therapeutic effects of yoga. However, it feels wonderfully relaxing as it is applied. You, the recipient, passively receive the treatment.

Thai Yoga Massage - Ancient Wisdom For Modern Healing

I soon learned that Traditional Thai Massage (known as nuad boran in northern Thailand) arrived in Thailand approximately 2,500 years ago after its birth in India through Dr. Jivaka Kumar Bhacca, personal physician to the Buddha.

Peaceful Weight Loss through Yoga: My Story

At 30, I found myself with an autoimmune disease, overweight, and confused.

Viparita Karani: Inverted Lake Posture

Viparita, a Sanskrit word, means inverted or turned around. Karani is action. Viparita Karani is the action of inverting yourself.  It has been translated as the “inverted lake” pose.  This posture is also called Legs-up-the Wall Pose.

Invocation Chant to Patanjali

This invocation is a prayer honoring and expressing respect to Patanjali, the Indian sage and author of The Yoga Sutras.  It is often chanted in yoga classes taught in the style of yoga master BKS Iyengar.