Yoga Gift Guide

Wondering what to get for the yogi in your life? Or looking to treat yourself? Here are some great suggestions, including books, clothing, equipment and more! 1. Yogitoes Prism Skidless Photo Courtesy of Yogitoes If you are a fan of the Yogitoes SKIDLESS mat towel, you are going to want to get your hands on […]

Yoga Mat Bags

Whether you are looking for the traditional tubular yoga mat bag or something a little more unusual, this is the place to see the cutest yoga bags. Some yoga bags pass as high-fashion handbags or sporty messenger totes and then, surprise!, feature hidden straps for your yoga mat. The best bags look good and give […]

Yoga for Back Pain Series 3

From Triangle Pose, bend the right knee so that it come directly over the right ankle, coming into Extended Side Angle Pose. Bring the right hand to the inside or outside of the right foot. You may also use a block or bring the right forearm to rest across the right thigh. Keep stacking the […]

Ultimate Yoga Mat Review

Which yoga mat is the best? Well, it depends on your priorities. Do you need a light mat for travel? Are you most concerned about having a biodegradable mat? Do you want a mat that will last a good, long time? Is cost your biggest issue? Here is a chart that lays out all the […]

Useful Yoga Poses

Ever get a crick in your neck? half lord of the fishes pose helps you to look over your shoulder without over stretching your neck, which is very useful for checking your blind spot before merging onto the highway. Substitute your steering wheel for the chair in this photo and you’ll get the picture. Also […]

Sugarcane Pose – Ardha Chandra Chapasana

Type of Pose: Standing, balancing, backbending Benefits: Improves core strength and balance, stretches the spine Instructions: 1. Begin in ardha chandrasana – half moon pose, standing on your right leg with the left leg parallel to the floor and the left arm lifted straight up. 2. Bend the left knee and reach your left arm […]

About.com Yoga Videos

A run down of the free yoga videos available from About.com. We now have videos to help you improve your poses, to illustrate popular sequences, and to explain specialized yoga topics. Arm Pressure Pose – Bhujapidasana Joelle Hann demonstrates this arm balance. Awkward Chair – Utkatasana © Barry Stone Awkward chair instructions, with Joelle Hann. […]

Ask Aunt Yoga Index

Aunt Yoga will answer all your burning yoga questions, from asana advice to yoga etiquette. When Google fails you, ask Aunt Yoga. Got a question for Aunt Yoga? First, check the Frequently Asked Questions Index to see if your question has already been answered. If it has not, email your question to yoga.guide@about.com with the […]

Yoga for Carpal Tunnel Syndrom

An overall improvement in posture will help you avoid the stress that contributes to CTS. Mountain Pose – Tadasana is a good place to start, as it creates an awareness of the natural curves of the spine and good posture, which can be translated into everyday activities like sitting at a desk.

Yoga Poses You Can Really Use

There are lots of uses for a nice, deep squat like garland pose. I often find myself in this position while gardening. Get comfortable squatting and you’ll get more weeding and planting done with less of a backache.

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