Today’s suggested pose is Setu Bandhasana or Bridge Pose Bridge pose is a gentle inversion because the head is below the heart. As such you may feel the calming effects of this pose which help you relax and release. The movement of the spine in this pose, as you lengthen and then arch at …
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Mar
14
Suggested Pose: Vrksasana ~ Tree Pose
Today’s suggested pose in Vrksasana or Tree Pose. Balance poses are critical to maintain your strength and resilience. The benefits of strengthening the muscles and bones can be felt throughout the standing leg. For the lifted leg, a great stretch occurs from the groin through the inner thigh. Balance poses stimulate your brain to keep you from falling. Simultaneously, …
Mar
13
Pose Suggestion: Hanumanasana ~ Monkey Pose
Today’s suggested pose is Hanumanasana or Monkey Pose. To see someone practice this pose fully, you may think: cheerleader. But, it is not. It is complex in its set up and execution. You keep the hips drawn toward an equal plane as you use the strength and flexibility of your legs muscles to extend the front leg hamstrings …
Mar
12
Pose Suggestion: Adho Mukha Svanasana ~ Downward-Facing Dog Pose
Today’s suggested pose is Adho Mukha Svanasana or Downward-Facing Dog Pose. In concert with our word of the day — Aware — use this pose to draw yourself inward as you take this inversion to turn your world upside down in a positive manner. A change in view can often allow you to be more …
Mar
11
Pose Suggestion: Balasana ~ Child’s Pose
Today’s pose suggestion is Balasana or Child’s Pose Child’s pose is often instructed in classes after a series of difficult postures. However, child’s pose is not necessarily an easy pose. A mindful approach to the pose and the addition of props can aid you to receive the full benefit of the pose.
Mar
05
Pose Suggestion: Phalakasana ~ Plank Pose
The suggested pose today is Phalakasana or Plank Pose This pose is shown with the palm of the hands on the floor which is the traditional execution of the pose. However, I suggest you add to your practice by performing with the Forearms on the floor. Shoulders over the elbows. Hands lightly interlaced. Engage your abdominal muscles which gives …
Mar
04
Pose Suggestion: Bhujangasana ~ Cobra Pose
The suggested pose today is Bhujangasana or Cobra Pose Bhujangasana or Cobra Pose provides a lovely extension for the back as you open the thoracic spine and allow the chest to broaden. It is an integral part of the Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutations, but can be practiced on its own. As a stand alone pose, …
Mar
03
Pose Suggestion: Tadasana ~ Mountain Pose
The suggested pose today is Tadasana or Mountain Pose Tadasana is often referred to as Mountain Pose. I call it my Grocery Store Stance, because when I stand in line, say at the grocery store, I remind myself that I can practice yoga anywhere!! Standing tall and strong not only brings your physical body into …
Mar
02
Pose Suggestion: Vanarasana or Lunge Pose
Suggested pose for today is Vanarasana or Lunge Pose This pose is an integral part of the sun salutations that are included in the Mother Sequence. While it may be seen as a transitional pose within the sun salutation, it is a powerful and therapeutic pose all on its own and can be performed in various …
Feb
29
Pose Suggestion: Sukhasana ~ Simple Seat
Welcome to the 2020, 21-day yoga challenge! Start here: sit a spell, breathe mindfully and smile.