Hard Yoga Poses
Social media photos make tough yoga poses look daunting, but many are more available than you might think. Poses like Ashtavakrasana (Eight-Angle Pose) seem challenging at first glance, but practitioners who can hold a low plank for thirty seconds can master them. Advanced yoga asanas need more than just flexibility. These poses demand long-term commitment and blend […]
Kinship Yoga
Kinship Yoga isn’t your typical Highland Park yoga studio – its 4.9-star rating from over 30,000 reviews speaks for itself. The 1,700 square foot space welcomes students to hot yoga, cool yoga, prenatal, yin, and restorative classes. Yoga enthusiasts across Los Angeles have made this studio their go-to spot, thanks to its outstanding instructors. The […]
Kundalini Yoga Poses
Kundalini yoga poses unlock dormant energy coiled at your spine’s base. The Western world discovered this ancient practice in 1969. It employs vital life force energy to change practitioners’ lives mentally and physically. The Sanskrit word “Kundalini” means “circular” or “coiled” and represents spiritual energy at the Root Chakra. Newcomers learning kundalini yoga need to […]
Athleta vs Lululemon
The Athleta vs Lululemon debate tops the discussion list among fitness enthusiasts who’ve logged hundreds of workout classes and spent big on premium activewear. My experience from three years of thrice-weekly workouts and over 400 barre classes has shown clear differences between these two premium athletic wear giants. Lululemon stands as the gold standard for […]
Astavakrasana
Astavakrasana tests even experienced yogis with its blend of strength, flexibility, and balance requirements. This advanced yoga pose looks intimidating but rewards those who become skilled at it. The Eight-Angle Pose gets its name from Sage Astavakra who, according to Hindu mythology, was born with eight twists in his body. Practitioners must create eight distinct […]
Yoga for Acid Reflux
Medical professionals now recognize yoga as a natural treatment option for acid reflux, a condition that affects about 20% of the population. Acid reflux becomes gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) if it occurs more than twice weekly, and this can substantially disrupt everyday life. Research shows that stress plays a major role in making these symptoms […]
Yoga Before or After Lifting
The debate about doing yoga before or after lifting weights continues among fitness enthusiasts, especially those who mix strength training with flexibility work. Yoga’s practice spans over 5,000 years in different forms and brings many health benefits. These include better flexibility, more strength, less stress, and improved sleep quality. The timing of your yoga practice […]
Laying Down Poses
Lying down yoga poses are one of the most effective ways to reach deep relaxation in yoga practice. These poses let practitioners lie on their backs with full ground support. This creates a perfect setting to release tension and focus inward. People know these positions as “Supta” poses in Sanskrit (meaning reclined), and yogis usually […]
Orange Chakra
The Sacral Chakra, known as Svadhisthana in Sanskrit, glows with a bright orange energy. You’ll find this energy center about four finger-breadths below the navel in the lower abdomen. It stands as the second chakra in our body’s energy system. The name Svadhisthana carries beautiful meanings – “the dwelling place of the self” and “sweetness”. […]
Yoga Mat Dimensions
The right yoga mat size makes a big difference in how comfortable and effective your practice will be. A standard yoga mat runs 68 inches long and 24 inches wide (173 x 61 cm). This size works well for most people. But one size doesn’t fit everyone’s needs. People over 6 feet tall (1.83 meters) […]