Harnessing the Energy of the Summer Solstice
The Summer Solstice is a sacred time of awakening and renewal celebrated by people around the world for thousands of years. It is marked by the longest day of the year, when those of us in the Northern Hemisphere are blessed with an abundance of sunlight that pours in from all directions. This celestial event […]
Yoga’s Role in the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection
“Where does the mind end and the spirit begin? Where does the mind end and the spirit begin? They cannot be divided, as they are interrelated and but diffferent aspects of the same all-pervading divine consciousness.” ~ B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Yoga As human beings, we exist on physical, mental, and spiritual planes. These aspects […]
Yoga & Cardio: A Match Made in Fitness Heaven
Are you looking for a new way to stay fit? Do you want to challenge your body in a holistic, balanced manner? Combining yoga and cardio is the perfect solution! An exercise plan that brings together these two disciplines can be hugely beneficial – both mentally and physically. Not only will it improve your strength, […]
What the 12 Signs of the Zodiac Say About You
Astrology is an ancient practice we can use to gain insight into our life. It can help us better understand ourselves, our relationships with others, and our place in the world. Through exploring the different signs of the Zodiac, we can gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and those around us. In this post, we’ll […]
3 Things You Should Do After a Yoga Class
Practicing yoga can be incredibly restorative and beneficial for your mental and physical wellbeing. By taking up a practice, or even a single class, you have taken a huge step toward improving the area of your life that brought you to yoga in the first place. So, you’ve taken a class and now it’s over; […]
Interview With a Yogi – Issue #1: Hanna’s Yoga Story
People come to yoga for a variety of reasons. Some look to ease physical pain, others accompany a friend, and many are simply curious. Whatever sparks the initial interest, those who commit to a regular practice undergo profound changes that answer any questions about yoga’s benefits. What was once dismissed as a hippie pastime is […]
Mudras
The concept of prana, or life force energy, is an important aspect of yoga. Prana is simple to explain, but difficult to grasp. It is the energy that makes us alive, the energy that makes us different than a shoe, but strangely similar to a tree. Prana is the ungraspable force that causes us to […]
Top 6 Yoga Terms to Know
When you’re new to yoga, the number of new terms you’re exposed to can be overwhelming. There are names for poses, different styles of yoga, and frequently used Sanskrit references that are like a foreign language to a new yogi. It’s intimidating enough to be unfamiliar with how to perform the poses; the combination of […]
10 Beginner Yoga Poses – Part II of II
In our last post, we went over five beginner yoga poses you can try at home or use as preparation for your first class. If you missed that post, check it out here! Although knowledge of yoga poses is absolutely not necessary to take a beginner class, it is helpful to know the terms and […]
10 Beginner Yoga Poses – Part I of II
There are beginner yoga poses that are very common in classes, and knowing them will give you a head start.