Supported Shoulderstand: Yoga for Insomnia
Insomnia plagues millions of people worldwide. Not only does it leave people tired, it also negatively effects their day-to-day operations, making it difficult to work successfully, or even take care of things at home. The “Supported Shoulderstand” can help with your insomnia, and also boasts multiple other benefits. Here are some of the wonderful benefits […]
Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana) – Yoga for Menstruation
Menstruation can be very uncomfortable for women every month. It causes fatigue, abdominal pain, mood swings, etc. Anything that can alleviate the discomfort is more than welcome during “that time of the month.” The “Seated Forward Bend” can help to ease the symptoms of menstruation and offers a variety of other benefits. Here are some […]
Reclining Bound Angle Pose: Yoga for Menopause
Menopause is an inevitable, unfortunate part of every woman’s life. For many it often causes a plethora of discomforts. There are many yoga poses that can help to ease and even alleviate the symptoms of menopause. The “Reclining Bound Angle Pose” (Supta Baddha Konasana), is useful not only for menopause symptoms, but also offers other […]
Plow Pose (Halasana) – Yoga for Sinus Issues
Sinusitis is an uncomfortable condition in which the cavities around the nasal passages become inflamed. This can cause pain and difficulty breathing. Fortunately, the “Plow Pose” has been known to help with sinusitis and other health issues, as well. Here are some of the wonderful benefits of the “Plow Pose” (Halasana): Therapeutic for sinusitis, […]
Plank Pose – Yoga for Strength and Weight Loss
Planking is an excellent pose that was sort of adopted by yogis. That is why there is no Sanskrit name here. However, the “Plank Pose” was adopted because it is an effective pose that fits in with any flow, and it can seriously burn calories. The longer you can hold it, the better. It sounds […]
One-Legged Downward Dog (Eka Pada Adho Mukha Svanasana) – Yoga for Balance
Many of us who practice yoga are more than familiar with downward dog, or down dog for short. For many of us, it lies right smack in middle of your flow each time you go through it. Apart from being an excellent stretching pose, downward dog also provides the yogi with a sense of rest […]
Half Lord of the Fishes Pose: Yoga for Energy
If there is one thing we all have in common, it’s that we are often in dire need of energy, especially in the morning. If you are anything like me, sometimes coffee just does not cut it. That is why there are so many morning yoga sessions geared toward promoting energy that will last you […]
Four-Limbed Staff Pose: Yoga for Fitness
Many people who do not know a lot about yoga, often don’t really consider it as a good way to get fit, and even lose weight. However, yoga can be a great way to get in shape and shed some unwanted pounds! There are many yoga poses and routines designed just for that purpose and […]
Fire log Pose: Yoga for Sciatica
Sciatica is an unbearable condition experienced by people everywhere. It is more than just back pain, as it shoots throughout the rest of the sufferer’s body, into the legs and up into the neck. The “Fire Log Pose” (Agnistambhasana) can help with sciatica and also has other health benefits. Here are some of the wonderful […]