Practice

#PowerPose Week 11 – Trikonasana

#PowerPose Week 11 – Trikonasana

Trikonasana or Triangle Pose is an iconic yoga posture.  Even people who have never practiced yoga are familiar with this pose.  The fact that it’s so familiar is a blessing and a curse.  It’s easy to “check-out” in the pose, letting the mind wander.  I’ll admit, I’ve made a grocery list or two while in […]

#PowerPose Week 10 – Ardha Dhanurasana

#PowerPose Week 10 – Ardha Dhanurasana

You know the scene in “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas” where his heart grows three sizes?  That’s how backbends can feel.  With the back long and the arms reaching back, the chest can open and give plenty of space for the heart to grow and expand.  This growth and expansion is a a great energy […]

#PowerPose Week 9 – Ardha Chandrasana

One thing Thanksgiving teaches me is how much I appreciate balance.  Like most everyone in the U.S., our family ate a little more than usual, stayed up a little later, and generally got a little out of whack.  We had a great time, but celebrating and partying can’t last forever, it’s important to come back […]