Yoga Pants for Women

June 20, 2013 by  
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The yoga clothing industry has produced a wealth of options for women’s yoga pants. Maybe too many options. To help you sift through the choices, here are some of the most popular brands and styles. 1. be present Mobility Pants Courtesy of be present Personal favorite of this Yoga Guide for their flattering cut, vibrant […]

Yoga for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

June 19, 2013 by  
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The arm positions in Cow Face Pose – Gomukhasana and Eagle Pose – Garudasana, which can be done in a seated position, will give a nice stretch to the tight shoulders brought about by hours spent hunched over a computer keyboard.

How to Prevent Yoga Injuries

June 19, 2013 by  
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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 and The New York Times have reported that doctors are seeing more yoga-related injuries than ever. While this is probably a function of the increasing popularity of yoga, there […]

How to Do Yoga on the Cheap

June 17, 2013 by  
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Are expensive yoga classes holding you back from regular practice? At $15-$20 a pop, quality classes can really add up. Here are some ways to save money and make you are getting your recommended daily allowance of yoga. 1. Buy Classes in Bulk By committing to a class card good for 10 or 20 yoga […]

Review – Yogadownload.com

June 16, 2013 by  
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Yogadownload.com is a popular provider of audio and video yoga downloads. These downloads offer a good quality yoga experience you can do at home for a reasonable price. What’s on Offer Yogadowload.com offers audio and video yoga classes in a variety of styles, levels, and durations. The files quickly download to iTunes and can be […]

Yoga Exercises for Back Pain 3 – Hip Work For a…

June 10, 2013 by  
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Stretch the arms up towards the ceiling before folding over the legs coming into a Standing Forward Bend. Hinge at the hip so that the spine cascades down over the legs. Hold 5 breaths. Come back up to stand in Mountain Pose. This time, step the right foot to the back of the mat and […]

Yoga Exercises for Back Pain 1: Yoga for Back…

June 10, 2013 by  
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1. Have a yoga strap nearby. 2. Release your left leg flat on the floor (you may keep it bent with the sole on the floor if this is more comfortable) as you draw the right knee in to your chest. 3. Loop the strap over your right foot and straighten the leg coming in […]

Yoga Exercises for Back Pain 2: Basic…

June 10, 2013 by  
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1. Inhale, come forward to a Plank position. 2. Exhale, lower down onto your belly. 3. Place your forehead on the floor and your palms flat directly under your shoulders. 4. Inhale, engage the muscles of your lower back, press the tops of the feet into the floor, and lift the upper chest off the […]

Why Alignment Matters

June 2, 2013 by  
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“Listen to your body” is something you hear over and over again in yoga classes. For many students, it’s a tough directive to follow, especially when the same yoga teachers that are telling you to listen to your body are coaching you into uncomfortable positions and encouraging you to stay there longer than you’d like. […]

Side Plank Variations – Vasist

May 30, 2013 by  
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1. For an advanced variation, first come into side plank. 2. Bend the knee of your top leg and take a yogi toe lock on the big toe. 3. Straighten your lifted arm and leg as much as possible. 4. Keep the gaze up and the chest open. 5. Let go of your toe and […]

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