Shalabhasana, the locust pose, is a prone lying yogasana with backward spine bending. The asana is an excellent yoga posture for improving the health and strength of the lower back. Initially, it is a little difficult to practice because it … Read More
10 different traditional schools of Yoga The different traditional philosophies, lineages, and Guru–Shishya Paramparas of Yoga have led to the emergence of other traditional schools. These schools include Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, Patanjali Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Bauddha Yoga, … Read More
“While lying on the ground, stretch your legs as straight as sticks. Catch hold of your feet with your hands behind the back. Adjust your body so that it takes the shape of a bow. Roll to and fro. This … Read More
Revolved Seated Angle Pose in Yoga, Parivrtta Upavistha Konasana is an advanced-level seated yoga asana. Parivrtta Upavistha Konasana is a Sanskrit word wherein ‘Parivrtta’ means revolved ‘, Upavistha’ means open, ‘Kona’ means angle and ‘asana’ points to yoga pose. The … Read More
What is a yoga introduction? Yoga is an ancient system of philosophy and lifestyle. It is an art and science of healthy living. It is a spiritual discipline that brings harmony between mind and body. It acts as both a … Read More
What is Nauli Kriya? Nauli is taken from the root word ‘Nāla’, which means navel string or rectus abdominis muscles. Nauli is a practice of contracting and isolating the rectus abdominis muscles. In the Gheraṅḍasaṁhitā it is known as Lauliki. … Read More
Pigeon pose is a hip and groin opening forward bend yoga asana. It needs the flexibility to practice with perfection. It gives adequate stretching to the thighs, groin, back and psoas. It is a perfect yoga pose for those who … Read More
Bhunamanasana, a traditional Hatha yoga pose, has greater significance from a health point of view. The carriage comes under advanced yoga asana, known as ‘Earth Yoga Pose’ or ‘Greeting the Earth pose’. The pose is beneficial in making you physically, … Read More
Hasta Uttanasana meaning Hasta Uttanasana, or the Raised Arms Pose Yoga, is a fundamental yoga posture within the sequence of Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation). Its name is derived from the Sanskrit words “hasta,” meaning hand; “ut,” meaning intense; “tan,” meaning … Read More
Sutra neti (nasal cleaning with thread) is an advanced process for cleaning the nose, removing blockages in the nasal passages and ensuring unrestricted airflow through both nostrils. In Sutra Neti, a catheter (a long, thin rubber tube) or twined strands … Read More