For many practitioners, a journey into yoga begins with the desire to stretch, strengthen, and tone as a part of an existing exercise routine. Suppose you find yourself in a yoga class that uses Sanskrit terminology and seems to focus more on the spiritual or mystical elements than you are comfortable with. In that case,…
When you’re considering how often to practice yoga, it’s important to tailor your routine to both your current skill level and personal goals. If you’re just starting out, attending 1-2 classes a week might be enough to build comfort and familiarity. As you gain confidence, you might find yourself shifting to 3-5 sessions weekly, especially…
You’re likely aware that yoga isn’t just a one-size-fits-all practice, but did you know there’s a type for almost every interest and goal? You might find yourself drawn to the dynamic flow of Vinyasa or the precise alignment of Iyengar. Perhaps you’re curious about spiritual paths like Bhakti and Karma yoga or seeking the meditative…
When people tell you laughter is the best medicine, they are not lying. We all know how great it feels to have an uncontrolled bout of laughter, where the giggles take over your composure while you grab your stomach and wipe away tears of laughter from your face. Hasna yoga, known as the laughter of…
Yoga is a highly variable practice. That means it can be adapted to suit your specific needs at any time. Depending on your strength level, current injuries, health, and other factors, you can still practice yoga. But with all the kneeling, bending, twisting, and lunging poses, can you still do yoga if you can’t kneel?…