Yoga for Hips and Hamstrings

Use this sequence in your home practice when you want to work on stretching your hips and hamstrings. Doing these poses at home gives you the chance to take your time going deeper into each pose. 1. Half Lotus Pose – Ardha Padmasana © Barry Stone Let’s start with some hip openers. Begin in half […]

How to Sequence Poses

Question: Ask Aunt Yoga Advice Column – How to Sequence Poses Dear Aunt Yoga, I would like to know what the order of yoga poses should be. Are there particular exercises that should or should not follow each other? I think there is a specific rule governing sequences of yoga. I shall be thankful if […]

Heels Down in Downward Facing

Question: Ask Aunt Yoga Advice Column: Heels Down in Downward Facing Dog Dear Aunt Yoga, In downward facing dog, I cannot get my heals completely to the floor. Is that a future goal to work towards? R.B. Answer: Dear R.B., Pictures of downward dog quite often show the heels touching the floor. But is this […]

Eye of the Needle Pose – Sucirandhrasana

Type of Pose: Hip opener Benefits: Stretches the hips. Instructions: 1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and the soles of your feet on the floor. 2. Hug your left knee into your chest. 3. Cross the left ankle over your body and rest it on the right thigh. 4. Let the left […]

Injury-Free Yoga

With all the buzz about yoga’s benefits, it was just a matter of time before people starting talking about its potential pitfalls as well. Time Magazine has reported that doctors are seeing more yoga-related injuries than ever. While this is probably a function of the increasing popularity of yoga, there are some precautions you can […]

How to Do Pelvic Tilts

1. Lean your back on the wall and bend your knees slightly. 2. On an exhale, lift the pelvis slightly up off the wall toward your face, causing your low back to press into the wall. 3. On an inhale, return to neutral. 4. Repeat this movement 5 to 10 times. Back to Main Sequences […]

Viniyoga

Viniyoga (not to be confused with vinyasa yoga) is all about adaptation. Viniyoga is based on the guru/student model, in which an experienced teacher works individually with each student, making a personalized yoga program for them based on such factors as health, age, and physical condition, including past or current injuries. When you attend a […]

Yoga Stretches for Runners

It’s important for runners to stretch in order to improve flexibility, which helps prevent injuries. The following sequence of yoga stretches targets the major muscle groups used when running. These stretches should be done when the muscles are already warm. Doing a few sun salutations is a good way to warm up. 1. Reclined Big […]

Bachelorette Parties Move to the Barre From the Bar

Emily Berl for The New York Times Alyson Luck, 29, in veil and sash, with her friends at Flywheel Sports studio in the Flatiron district, where Ms. Luck celebrated part of her bachelorette party. JUST after 2 p.m. on a September Saturday, the heavy drinking began at Alyson Luck’s bachelorette party. “I’m already in pain,” […]

Yoga Props Illustrated

Although it is certainly possible to do yoga without a mat, it is nice to have one to provide a little cushioning and traction. Many mats are made from synthetic materials, although natural rubber mats are available. Mats can cost as little as $20, so it makes sense to buy your own since the communal […]

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