Shavasana – Corpse Pose Shavasana – Corpse pose (also known as Mritasana – Death pose) Sanskrit: Shava – corpse; Asana – pose This pose looks like a dead body, hence the name. This asana seems very simple, but at the same time, we can regard it as the hardest pose of all. You have to […]
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Asana of the Month: Padahastasana
Padahastasana – Hand to foot pose (also known as Uttanasana) Sanskrit: Pada – foot, Hasta – hand, Asana – pose Padahastasana is an advanced pose that requires flexibility in the thighs and knees. This pose is part of the Suryanamaskara (sun salutation) and has a great effect on your body. It heals and rejuvenates. It […]
Asana of the Month: Kandharasana
Kandharasana – Shoulder Pose Sanskrit: Kandha – Shoulder, Asana – Pose Unsurprisingly the shoulder plays an important role in the shoulder pose. Almost the entire body weight lies on the shoulders. The chest and heart region is completely opened. In addition, the neck, hips, and thighs are stretched deeply. Level: Beginner Duration: 30-60 seconds Repetition: […]
Asana of the Month: Padma Sarvangasana
Padma Sarvangasana – Shoulder Stand Lotus Pose Sanskrit: Padma – Lotus, Sarva – all, Anga – limbs, Asana – Pose Padma Sarvangasana is an advanced pose that should only be performed by healthy and fit yogis. First, Padmasana and Sarvangasana have to be to get into Shoulder Stand Lotus Pose. Level: Advanced Duration: 5 seconds […]
Asana of the Month: Balasana
Balasana – child pose Sanskrit: Bala – child, asana – pose This asana mimics the position of the fetus in the womb. Balasana is a relaxing pose. In addition, it is practiced as a counter-pose to many other asanas within a sequence. Level: Beginner Duration: 1-3 minutes Repetition: none Stretches: hip, thighs, ankles Strengthens: back, […]
Asana of the Month: Halasana
Halasana – plow pose Sanskrit: Hala – Plow, Asana – Pose The body takes on a pose reminiscent of a typical plow that is still in use in Tibet and India. The pose can already be performed by beginners. However, as soon as the feet touch the ground, it is considered as an advanced pose. […]
Asana of the Month: Eka Pada Pranamasana
Eka Pada Pranamasana – One-legged prayer pose Sanskrit: Eka – one, Pada – foot, Pranama – salutation, Asana – pose Eka Pada Pranamasana strengthens the leg muscles and improves the balance – physically and mentally. Consciousness and focus are sharpened and the mind is quieted. The One-legged prayer pose increases self-confidence and willpower. Level: Beginner Duration: […]
Asana of the Month: Bhujangasana
Bhujangasana – Cobra position Sanskrit: Bhujanga – Cobra, Asana – Pose Most people know Bhujangasana from the Sun Salutation, but as a single pose or in preparation for advanced backbends, this pose occupies a special position. The position resembles a cobra with its head raised. Level: Beginner Duration: 15-30 seconds Repetition: none Stretches: abdomen, ribcage, […]
How to do Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)
Suryanamaskara (Sun Salutation) is the best way to start any Yoga Asana session. It consist of 12 different spinal positions. It is known to be an excellent warm up exercise which also makes the limbs of our body flexible. The Sun Salutation is a great blessing to all, especially elderly, stiff people and beginner students. […]
How to master Sirsasana (Headstand)
‘Sirsa’ is Sanskrit and means ‘head’. In yoga, Headstand is the ‘King of asanas’ because of the multiple benefits it brings to memory and concentration. It brings you great self confidence when you learn to balance upside down, however initially it should be practiced carefully under the guidance of a competent teacher. For many years […]