Eka Pada Pranamasana (One-Legged Prayer Pose) – Benefits, Adjustment & Cautions
Eka Pada Pranamasana aims to develop nervous balance and strengthens the leg, ankle and foot muscles. You might know this posture as Vrikshasana or Tree Pose. In traditional Hatha Yoga, Eka Pada Pranamasana is usually performed after the Surya Namaskar as Standing Balancing Pose. Not only does it help you to achieve physical balance, it […]
Shava Udarakarshanasana (Universal Spinal Twist) – Benefits, Adjustment & Cautions
Shava Udarakarshanasana is also known as Universal Spinal Twist. It is especially useful to practice this pose towards the end of your asana practice. The Universal Spinal Twist aims to realign your hip joint and removes tightness from the lower back. Shava Udarakarshanasana is also helpful in digestion and massaging/stretching the digestive system. Today we […]
Vrischikasana – Scorpion Pose: Benefits, Cautions & Guide
Vrischikasana (Scorpion Pose) is an advanced asana. In Sankrit, Vrischika means Scorpion. In order to sting its victim, the scorpion arches its tail above its back and then strikes beyond its head. This asana resembles a striking scorpion. Always remember to practice this posture near a wall until you have perfected the pose. The spiritual focus […]
What are the benefits of becoming a Yoga Instructor?
Being a yoga instructor is a very satisfying and fulfilling job. You help others to live a more peaceful and healthy life. As a yoga instructor, you are a teacher, a guide, and a close friend. You are a motivator and an the inspiration for many yoga aspirants around you. The journey of becoming a yoga […]
Health is wealth: 30 Minutes Yoga per day
If you are practicing yoga every day or every alternate day for 30 minutes then you will be able to realize the positive changes in your health because your body does respond positively to these 30-minutes yoga session. However, you have to ensure that you are following a routine to secure the best results. In […]
Yoga practice with Strength Training
A session of yoga practise can be extremely good for both your body and mind and can enhance both these faculties significantly. It will also make you focused and flexible. If you don’t feel “strong” enough, you can elevate your yoga practise with some strength Training. It is less about gaining extreme muscles within a […]
