The deeper meaning of asana Part I
Asana (pronounced aasana) is usually translated as a posture. It is a seat or a sitting position as…
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Sun Salutation Surya Namaskaram Variation 21
Step 1 Pranamasana ( Prayer Pose) Step: Stand tall with the feet together with the palms together in Anjali mudra in front of the chest. Breathing:…
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Sun Salutation Surya Namaskaram Variation 24
Surya (Sun) Namaskaram (Salutation) is the most commonly practised yoga sequence by many Yoga traditions today. Although the…
Padma Sirsasana/ Lotus Headstand Variation
This month’s featured pose is an advanced variation of Salamba Sirsana or supported headstand. In this pose, increased…
The deeper meaning of asana Part 2
Asana, as we understood in the previous article, is a means of synchronising with source. The mind is…
Sun Salutation Surya Namaskaram Variation 16
Step 1 Pranamasana (Prayer Pose) Step: Stand tall with the palms in anjali mudra in front of the…
The Myths of Backbend (2) Fuel your Legs
This month, we continue to explore backbend. Hopefully the exercises mentioned in the July issue help you power…
SUN SALUTATION – SURYA NAMASKARAM Variation 53
Surya (Sun) Namaskaram (Salutation) is one of the most commonly practiced yoga sequences. Although the sequence of Sun…
Taking Yoga out in the Nature
To establish the beneficial effects of yoga practised in the midst of nature, let’s consider a few facts…
Jalandhara Bandha – the Practice and Process
Jalandhara Bandha is the throat or chin lock, one of the three major bandhas (locks), that serves to…
Eka Danda Galavasana/ One-legged Revolved Flying Pigeon Pose
By Louise Vas, with the guidance of Dr.Yogananth Andiappan Poses demonstrated by Cherry Man Lai In this very…
4 Poses to Practice on Your Way to Handstands
One inversion that requires active engagement of the whole body is the handstand, or Adho Mukha Vrksasana. Handstands…
Sun Salutation Surya Namaskaram Variation 8
Step 1 Pranamasana (Prayer Pose) Step: Stand tall with the palms Anjali Mudra in front of the chest…