Category Archives: Uncategorized

Tree pose or Vrksasana may look like a simple balance pose but looks can be deceiving. While Tree pose may be a challenge it is also calming. Once you find your balance and your attention is focused on a non moving object, a peaceful feeling happens.  Start in Mountain pose and as with all balance posesContinue reading “Tree Pose”

Triangle pose or Trikonasana is one of my favorites. It is such a great full body stretch and many students have told me it has helped them with backaches that were bothering them. One person even told me they finally got their back to crack while in Triangle. I don’t recommend that be the goalContinue reading “Triangle Pose”

Eagle pose or Garudasana is a yoga balance pose with a little twisting. As with all balance poses it helps improve balance and concentration.  Eagle pose strengthens the ankles and calves while stretching the thighs,hips shoulders and upper back.    Start in Mountain pose, you can close your eyes to center if you like. Sometimes for balance posesContinue reading “Eagle Pose”

Yoga props are a great way to modify a pose for your body. Everyone’s situation is different whether from injury ,stiffness or just the way your body is made.  There is NOTHING wrong with using a prop.   Yoga straps are a great way to extend your reach when needed. If you are feeling tight inContinue reading “Yoga Props : The Strap”

With the new year getting ready to begin people start to make resolutions.  A lot of resolutions are to be healthier. Yoga is a great way to become healthier unfortunately people sometimes  have the misconception of what you have to be to practice yoga. Here  are three that I have personally come across when people find outContinue reading “Three Things You DON’T Have to Be to Practice Yoga”