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The Heart of Yoga
The Heart of Yoga T.K.V. Desikachar, along with Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar, are my two favorite references for yoga. When I am planning classes or contemplating teachings it always seems to provide guidance and clarity. The first time I read this book, I remember thinking, “Yes! This is what I was trying to […]
#PowerPose 50 – Aṅjaneyāsana Variation
The pose Aṅjaneyāsana or Crescent Lunge is named after Aṅjanā, Hanumān’s mother. Hanumān, the monkey king, has a legendary capability for love and devotion, which is illustrated in the epic of Rāmāyaṇa. It’s easy to see that this pose is related to Hanumānāsana, especially because of the open heart. It’s always lovely to meet the […]
#PowerPose 49 – Sālamba Śīrṣāsana
Sālamba Śīrṣāsana or Supported Headstand is often referred to as the Father of all Āsanas. This grounding and foundational posture features the stacking of a long spine which aligns the chakras, and makes the crown of the head the balancing or focal point of the pose. To find security and overcome fear of inversion we […]
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