Understanding Marichi’s Pose 3 Marichyasana 3, also known as Marichi’s Pose 3, is a seated yoga asana that involves twisting the torso. In this pose, one leg is extended straight while the other leg is bent and placed close to the hip, creating a deep twist. The arms wrap around the bent leg and clasp behind the back, enhancing the …
Parivrtta Trikonasana: A Comprehensive Guide to Revolved Triangle Pose Discover ways to advance your yoga practice with Parivrtta Trikonasana, also known as Revolved Triangle Pose. In this article, we will explore the intricacies of this standing twist, examining key actions, addressing common problems, and offering new perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just getting started, this guide will help …
This class helps you to improve shoulder mobility whilst practicing urdhva dhanurasana (upward bow pose). It includes techniques and that will assist you to bypass shoulder stiffness and create a more balanced and composed asana. For urdhva dhanurasana to be a balanced pose it needs mobility from multiple regions of the body. Spreading the workload of the pose among the …
Practicing forward bends from a standing position can be an effective way of bypassing restrictions associated with stiff hips or knees. Whilst standing you will often have added freedom to mobilise your legs and arms. This can help to support your spine whilst in positions that target potentially stiff muscle groups such as the hamstrings and adductors. Techniques that help …
This class features a sequence to help combat depression and anxiety. Despite being separate conditions, depression and anxiety often overlap and can benefit from similar approaches when practicing yoga. Reducing your stress levels, calming your nervous system, improving your ability to mentally focus and cultivating smooth and even rates of breathing can be a great starting point when working with …
Mastering the Four Limbed Staff Pose Chaturanga Dandasana, also known as the Four Limbed Staff Pose, can pose a challenge for many yoga practitioners. While it may appear as a binary pose—either achievable or unattainable—there are nuances and variations that make it accessible to a wider range of individuals. In this article, we will explore tips and techniques to help …
Yoga For Quadratus Lumborum: Yoga’s Role in Alleviating Lower Back Stiffness and Pain The quadratus lumborum is a large lower back muscle that attaches to the lumbar spine, lower ribs and crest of the pelvis. This stabilising muscle plays an important role in postural control during standing, sitting and walking. A sedentary lifestyle characterised by long periods sitting at a …
Understanding the Role of Yoga in Relieving Piriformis Tightness This post guides you through a short sequence of yoga poses you can practice at home to get some relief from a tight piriformis muscle. The piriformis is positioned deep in the buttock region. It sits underneath the gluteus maximus and attaches to the greater trochanter (the protuberance at the top …
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 …
The Ultimate Guide to Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose) and its variations are an extremely versatile group of poses with a variety of applications. They are generally used later in a sequence and grouped in with calming, cooling poses. There are a range of ways to include supta padangusthasana in a yoga practice. These poses can be …