Tag Archive | #PowerPose

#PowerPose Week 12 – Ardha Chandrasana Chopasana

#PowerPose Week 12 – Ardha Chandrasana Chopasana

This week’s Peak Power Pose is Ardha Chandrasana Chopasana, which is sometimes called Candy Cane Pose.  It’s the perfect fit for the week of Christmas.  This challenging posture is a balancing and backbending pose.  Ardha Chandrasana Chopasana melds together Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon) and Ardha Dhanurasana (Half Bow).  It requires balance, and availability of the […]

#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 […]