Pranayama: Understanding What It Is Not and Its True Purpose
Pranayama is not merely deep breathing, general relaxation, or simple breathing exercises, but rather a specific yogic discipline for energetic regula...
By Jordan
Category: Yoga & Mindfulness
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Relaxing Yoga Styles: Discover Restorative, Yin, and Yoga Nidra for Deep Calm
Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, and Yoga Nidra are generally considered the most effective yoga styles for profound physical and mental calm, as they are ...
By Jordan
Anjali Mudra: The Formal Name, Meaning, and Benefits of the "Namaste Pose"
The yoga gesture commonly known as the "Namaste pose" is formally called Anjali Mudra, a Sanskrit term meaning "salutation seal," ...
By Hart
Pushan Mudra: Step-by-Step Guide, Benefits, and Practice Tips
Pushan Mudra is a yogic hand gesture performed with distinct finger positions for each hand —the right for assimilation and the left for elimination...
By Jordan
Yoga Closing: Namaste, Other Phrases, and Their Significance
At the end of a yoga practice, "Namaste" is the most common phrase spoken, signifying respect, gratitude, and integration, alongside other p...
By Hart
Yoga Session Opening: Centering, Breathwork, Warm-Ups, and Intention Setting
Most yoga teachers begin a practice session with a carefully orchestrated sequence involving centering, breathwork, gentle warm-ups, and often intenti...
By Jordan
Modified Legs Up The Wall Pose: Benefits, How-To, and Modifications
The modified legs up the wall pose is a restorative yoga inversion that uses props and slight body adjustments to enhance comfort, reduce strain, and ...
By Hart
Easy Pose Yoga: Benefits, How-To, Modifications, and Safety
To do Easy Pose (Sukhasana), sit cross-legged with elevated hips, grounded sit bones, a lengthened spine, relaxed shoulders, and natural breathing, us...
By Hart
Sitkari Pranayama: Benefits, Step-by-Step Guide, and Precautions
Sitkari Pranayama is a yogic breathing technique that cools the body and calms the mind by inhaling air through slightly parted teeth with a hissing s...
By Hart
