All Natural Air Conditioning With Shitali…

This breath cools the body so it is best done in hot weather or at the end of a vigorous yoga session. 1. Come to sit in a comfortable cross-legged position. 2. Take two or three deep inhales and exhales through the nose to prepare. 3. Roll the tongue, curling the sides in towards the […]

Is it Ever OK to Walk Out of a Yoga Class?…

Dear Aunt Yoga, As a proper young lady with a Southern upbringing, I feel it is unspeakably rude to leave a yoga class before the last om has been chanted. Meanwhile, my brash city friends think nothing of rolling up their mats mid-way through if the mood strikes them. What do you say? -Proper in […]

Pros and Cons to Yoga Classes at a Gym vs. Yoga…

Is it better to take yoga classes at the gym (health club) or at a specialized yoga studio? The answer is…it depends on what you value in your yoga experience. Let’s take a look at how the two stack up on the basic issues of affordability, convenience, quality of teaching, ambiance, and community. (Of course, […]

Can You Learn Yoga From Your Mat?

When you first start doing yoga, there is a lot of new information to take in. Remembering the names and basic shapes of the poses is first and foremost for new yogis. Your teacher may get into more detail about alignment, but in a group class the teacher can’t get to every student to correct them in […]

A Landlubber Takes to the Sea to Try Yoga on a…

It didn’t seem like it could possibly work out. In one corner, you have me, a committed landlubber who has been known to get seasick while lying on an inflatable raft in a placid swimming pool. Not only do I not care for the motion of the ocean, I have what I consider a sensible […]

Making a Space for Yoga Without Breaking the Bank

Method, Time, Space Doing yoga at home is a goal for a lot of yoga students, but figuring out where to lay down your mat is an important first step. Getting a home practice going comes down to three basic elements: finding a method that works for you and then committing some time and space […]

See What Basic Yoga Props Look Like

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 […]

Do Yoga at the Office With These Apps

Desk yoga is a wonderful way to release tension at work, which can lead to better mental and physical health for workers, as well as greater productivity. If you want to establish a yoga routine you can do at your desk, an app for your phone makes perfect sense. Although there are quite a few office […]