10 Yoga Poses for Evening to Help You Wind Down…

Updated October 13, 2014. Though you can do yoga at any time of day, it makes sense to make the type of practice you do appropriate for the hour. First thing in the morning, this means easing yourself out of bed and into alertness. In the middle of the day, choose whatever type of practice appeals […]

Cut to the Chase: How to Use Yoga for Back Pain

Updated October 07, 2014. Many people with back pain find yoga to be very helpful in reducing their pain. Over time, yoga can increase your strength and flexibility, effectively counteracting the tightness and weak muscles that cause many types of back pain. Each of the following sequences of yoga poses addresses a specific area of […]

Twists "Wring Out" Your Organs and Other Yoga…

Updated June 06, 2014. Written or reviewed by a board-certified physician. See About.com’s Medical Review Board. If you do enough yoga, you get used to hearing about parts of the body that we can’t identify anatomically, like the third eye and the chakras. When a teacher says that a particular pose will open your manipurna […]

Pyramid Pose – Parsvottonasana Variations

Updated May 01, 2014. From Parsvottonasana Variation II, bend the right knee until the right thigh is parallel to the floor. At the same time, slide the left foot towards the back of the mat. Bring the head down towards the floor on the inside of the right foot as you continue to stretch the […]

Those Funny Yoga Hand Positions, Also Known as…

Updated June 11, 2014. Definition: A gesture, usually done with the hands, which focuses and directs energy in a yoga pose or meditation. For instance, pressing the palms together in a “prayer” position is called Anjali Mudra. Pronunciation: Moo-dra Examples: Bring the hands into Anjali Mudra at the heart center and chant “om” three times.

Yoga and the Flexibility Myth

Updated September 14, 2014. Question: Can I Do Yoga Even Though I’m Not Flexible? Answer: Don’t avoid yoga just because you think you aren’t flexible. In fact, if you have tight muscles, yoga is just the thing to loosen you up. The point of yoga is not to show off how flexible you are, but […]

Raise Money for Breast Cancer Causes with Pink…

Updated October 02, 2014. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, bringing with it an onslaught of pinkness into our lives. Many socially conscious yoga-gear companies are offering special pink products, which raise not only awareness but money for breast cancer research and support. To help you decide where your money is best spent, I’m rounding […]

Try On Some New Pants: 10 Alternatives to…

Updated September 17, 2014. Even some of the most dedicated fans of yoga-wear giant Lululemon have been given ample reasons to want to diversify their wardrobes. Maybe it’s the decline in quality, the high prices, or the tendency of founder Chip Wilson to run off at the mouth. Or maybe you just want to look different from […]

7 Places You Can Buy Cheap Yoga Clothes

Updated September 26, 2014. Yoga brands like Lululemon, Athleta, and Prana may get all the name recognition and be highly valued in the fitness marketplace, but let’s face it, a lot of people can’t, or don’t want to, spend $80-$100 on a pair of yoga pants. And they should never feel like not having expensive pants […]

8 Yoga Questions You're Too Embarrassed to Ask

Updated August 29, 2014. 1. I always seem to be farting in yoga class. Is there anything I can do? Passing gas while practicing yoga is actually very common (prenatal yoga classes are the worst!). You’re moving your body in ways that will stir up your guts, which is a good thing. We’re all adults […]

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