Natarajasana – The Lord of Dance Pose
Nataraj is another name for Shiva, one of the Indian main Gods. His dance symbolizes universal energy. Natarajasana or Lord Shiva Dance Pose brings along many benefits. The level 1 posture stretches the shoulders, chest, thighs, and groins. Are curious about how to perform this pose correctly? Here are the instructional steps for you: Stand in Tadasana Bring […]
How Yoga Can Help You With Losing Excess Weight
My name is Miriam and I battled with my bodyweight since I was a teenager. I don’t think I ever got to the point of technically being obese, but at some point, I was 40 pounds heavier than I am today, so you can safely say I know enough about living in a body that […]
How yoga can help you with Stress Management
Stress. We all experience stress. Whether you realize it or not, it plays a major role in our busy everyday lives. Stress management is very important to lead a healthy lifestyle. Stress is your body’s reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or response. Your body reacts physically, mentally, or emotionally – although reactions […]
Warrior II Pose / Veerabhadrasana II-Instructions, Benefits & Contra-Indications
Warrior II Pose / Veerabhadrasana II–Instructions, Benefits & Contra-Indications Warrior II is also known as Veerabhadrasana in Sanskrit. The posture is extremely beneficial for your inner thighs, groin and hips. This asana can help you to increase strength and lets your confidence grow. It’s hip opener that – along many other benefits – promotes physical […]
Yoga Teacher Training students hand out 70 free meals to Slum Children & hold a free Yoga & Dancing Workshop
The Yoga Teacher Training Students of the Non-Profit Organization Gyan Yog Breath hand out 70 free meals to Slum Children & holds a free Yoga & Dancing Workshop May 2018: Towards the end of our 200 & 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training in May, we invited Pankh-the Creativity School to our yoga ashram. Pankh […]
Sophia-Theresa about her Yoga Teacher Training in India at Gyan Yog Breath
My Yoga Teacher Training in India at Gyan Yog Breath Did you know that Rishikesh is the world capital of yoga? I read about Rishikesh in a yoga journal and the city immediately caught my attention. Practicing yoga in Austria gave me some insights into asana and pranayama, but somehow I knew that there was […]
Mandukasana (Frog Pose)- Instructions, Benefits & Contra-Indications
Mandukasana is also known as Frog Pose. Frog Pose is extremely beneficial if you want to release back pain and stimulate your abdomen. It’s primary asana to control Diabetes Type 2 and is also used for Type 1 Patients. The pressure on the lower abdomen stimulates the digestive organs and pancreas, improves the blood flow […]
Eka Pada Baka Dhyanasana (One-Legged Crane Pose)– Instructions, Alignment & Benefits
Eka Pada Baka Dhyanasana aims to balance the nervous system. It strengthens the arms and wrists and develops a sense of physical balance. Instructions: Assume the final position of baka dhyanasana Focus the gaze on the nose tip Maintain the balance and transfer more weight on to the left arm Slowly stretch the right leg back until […]
Vipareeta Karani Asana (Inverted Pose) – Instructions, Alignment & Benefits
Vipareeta Karani Asana (Inverted Pose) – Instructions, Alignment & Benefits Vipareeta Karani Asana can be a preparatory posture for Sarvangasana. It gives similar benefits to Sarvangasana with less pressure on the neck. To begin with, it is necessary to bend the knees when raising and lowering the legs. Instructions: 1. Lie flat on the back […]
