The more you get into the practice of yoga, the more you may be curious as to how it all began and what it all means since it is quite the opposite of many other types of exercise, where you typically want to push yourself. Yoga is more about calming yourself and taking it slow.…
If you have just begun practicing yoga or trying to figure out if it is right for you, you may find yourself wondering what a typical class consists of and what the yoga teachers can do for you. Though it should be known that sometimes yoga teachers may touch you during your class, it is…
Yoga and vegetarianism are often seen to go hand in hand, and it is commonly believed that you cannot be a good yogi without being a vegetarian or vegan. It is largely debated whether vegetarianism is required to be yogic. With strong views advocating for both sides, it is difficult to know if there is…
While sitting in a full Lotus Posture is certainly full of benefits for both your body and mind, it can be a position that feels beyond the range of motion for many westerners, even those with a deep yoga practice. As a position that many practitioners may struggle with, one might begin to wonder if…
Exercising while you’re on your period can seem uncomfortable, and it is the last thing that you want to do. But there are many benefits to it, including reducing the appearance of PMS symptoms. Hot yoga is safe while you’re on your period as long as you replace lost fluids by drinking plenty of water…
Students of yoga will probably be the type to pay close attention to their health and wellness, with weight management being a major aspect of this. It is, therefore, not surprising to come across plenty of yoga practitioners with interest in dieting and weight loss. Intermittent fasting is a popular option, but many often wonder…
While there are various intentions behind practicing yoga, many people come to the mat to release stress and tension while coming closer to their inner selves. Yoga is typically thought of as a whole-body practice, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be. Yogic practices that target the muscles of your face are an ancient Indian…
The Cobra pose (Bhujangasana) is common and highly beneficial. But if you cannot do the pose without pain, you will either skip it and miss out on its benefits or, worse, injure yourself. What are the reasons you have a hard time doing the Cobra? The reasons you cannot do a Cobra pose begin with…
Downward Dog, also known as Downward-Facing Dog – Adho Mukha Svanasana in Sanskrit – is one of the staples in any yogi’s yoga practice. This relatively simple – but powerful asana – is among the first ones beginners approach as it is often the starting point to other postures. But what if you feel nauseous…
Yoga and Pilates both offer low-impact workouts that focus on using body resistance to strengthen muscles. They look very similar on the surface as they both use a series of poses and breathing techniques to help with flexibility and overall wellness. But there are some major differences. The big difference between yoga and Pilates is…
