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Why Iyengar Yoga Cares So Much About Alignment and Props - cornerstone
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Why Iyengar Yoga Cares So Much About Alignment and Props

Iyengar yoga gets lumped in with other styles, but one main idea sets it apart - see how alignment, props, and precision define the method.

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Rest Days in Yoga: How to Tell When Your Practice Needs a Pause - pillar item
Stress, Sleep & Emotional Wellbeing Rest Days in Yoga: How to Tell When Your Practice Needs a Pause

Sore and tired, you push through another session. Rest days in yoga matter - here's how to tell when your practice needs a pause.

Sofia NguyenMay 19, 20266 min read
How Stress Shows Up in the Body, and Why It's Worth Noticing - pillar item
Stress, Sleep & Emotional Wellbeing How Stress Shows Up in the Body, and Why It's Worth Noticing

Stress settles into your body by Friday - tight shoulders, a clenched jaw, a heaviness behind the eyes. These physical effects are real...

Sofia NguyenMay 18, 20265 min read
Grounding Techniques for Busy Days: Quick Ways to Come Back to the Present - pillar item
Stress, Sleep & Emotional Wellbeing Grounding Techniques for Busy Days: Quick Ways to Come Back to the Present

When your calendar fills and your head scatters, grounding practices for busy days offer quick ways to come back to the present.

Sofia NguyenMay 16, 20264 min read