What is Sirsasana (Headstand Pose) Sirsasana, also known as Shirshasana, is a Sanskrit term meaning “head pose.” Sirsha means ‘head,’ and asana is associated with the head. Sirsasana is an advanced yoga pose traditionally practised to enhance Brahmacharya (celibacy) practice. The headstand pose is considered the “King of the Asanas.” Hatha Yoga is practised […]
History of Virabhadrasana Virabhadrasana is one of the most influential asanas, mainly in Astanga Yoga. The Warrior pose, also known as Veerbhadrasana, is named after Veerabhadra, a great warrior who was an incarnation of Adiyogi Shiva. There is a fascinating story about Veerbhadra, who arose from the ground. King Daksha had a Yagya (fire ritual), but
Yoga for back pain Yoga provides a valuable platform for addressing back problems. Yoga for back pain offers stability, strength, endurance, and targeted movements in the affected areas. According to the Patanjali Yogasutra, Yoga asanas or poses are defined as “Sthira Sukham Asanam.” This means any posture in which the body is stable and comfortable
What is Yoga Nidra? Yoga Nidra is a Sanskrit term that translates to ‘yogic sleep.’ In yogic practices, it is effortless, superconscious sleep. Yogic sleep is the art of reaching the highest level of self-awareness. Joga Nidra is highly suitable for all yoga practitioners and significantly changes daily life. It differs from regular sleep in which
Yoga for Beginners Yoga is a highly beneficial wellness program that has been practiced for centuries. It was formed to help us understand our natural appearance. In modern times, it has become a lifestyle for people of all age groups. Yoga for beginners is about becoming familiar with the physical and mental aspects of the
Astavakrasana or Eight-Angle Pose Astavakrasana, or the Eight-Angle pose, was named after a noble Yogi Ashtavakra. The eight-angle pose is primarily practiced in Hatha yoga. In Sanskrit, Ashta means eight, and Vakra means bends. Ashtvakra means eight turns. A magical energy is released after practicing the Astavakrasana.
Yoga for Migraine and Headaches Yoga for Migraine and headaches is a perfect practice to alleviate them. A migraine is considered a severe headache and a neurological disorder. It exists in people under stress and is available from moderate to extreme levels. There are different reasons for having a migraine. It may also appear in childhood
What is Yoga for OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)? Yoga for OCD is defined as a mental disorder characterized by extreme anxiety. Yoga describes it as a psychiatric disorder—people who live a highly stressful life quickly come under the influence of OCD. A person suffering from it becomes very sentimental, lives under fear and aggression, develops unnatural
https://youtu.be/Mnp3C4aJm4Q?si=FnO82XbNzaE_6GKA Salabhasana Salabhasana, or Locust pose, originated from a great yogi named Shalabh, who revealed this posture to alleviate back problems. It is an intermediate-level asana practised after lying on the stomach. Salabhasana should be practiced on an empty stomach. Therefore, we briefly practice Salabhasana during our Yoga Teacher Training Programmes and Yoga Retreats. In yoga therapy,
https://youtu.be/QqUrfu7kY3g?si=D8o0jnV4sBvcXnBW Chaturanga Dandasana for Beginners Chaturanga Dandasana pose, or four-limbed staff pose, is a momentous asana in Hatha yoga, Ashtanga yoga, and the sun salutation series. In Sanskrit, Chatur means Four, Anga represents limbs, and Danda means Staff. It resembles the human spine. It is pronounced as Chaturanga-Dandasana, or “Cha-tur-anga-dandasana.” It is considered another variation of the Plank pose.
