Dwi hatsa bhujasana is a key pose within the group of asanas known as arm balances. This post aims to break dwi hasta bhujasana down into clearly defined stages that isolate important actions and techniques. This will help you to approach the pose with confidence. Understanding Dwi Hasta Bhujasana Dwi hasta bhujasana, or the Two Handed Arm Pose is a challenging …
Understanding Yoga Alignment: Balancing Tradition and Individuality As we journey through our yoga practices, alignment remains a crucial topic of discussion. Yoga is deeply rooted in fostering body awareness and cultivating mindfulness. By sharpening these skills, we essentially navigate our body’s position in a three-dimensional space, resulting in numerous benefits. The human body, as it ages, often experiences movement restrictions. …
Vrschikasana (Scorpion Pose) – An Advanced Asana in Iyengar Yoga This post explores methods for learning the yoga pose vrschikasana (scorpion pose). Vrschikasana is an advanced asana that combines aspects of both inversions and backbends. Eventually this demanding pose is practiced by placing the soles of your feet on the top of your head, whilst balancing on your forearms. Preparing …
This post looks at Bakasana (crane/crow pose) from an Iyengar yoga perspective. It breaks the pose down into preparatory stages that can be beneficial when practiced in isolation, or as part of a step-by-step progression towards the full pose. Benefits of Bakasana Bakasana, also known as crane or crow pose, is a challenging yoga pose that requires balancing on the …
This post demonstrates how to use a chair to learn dwi pada viparita dandasana and eka pada vipartita dandasana. These two poses illustrate common techniques and approaches used in the Iyengar method. Chair backbends are supported poses that allow you to practice both actively and passively. The passive approach will be well suited to times of lower energy and more …