You know there is a strong connection between the mind and the body. Notice how you feel physically after a great yoga class. And think about how much stronger, more flexible, and leaner you are now than you were when you started practicing. (If you don’t notice changes like this, stick with it; you will!) […]
Do you ever wonder why dedicated yogis keep rolling out their mats? The reasons may change over time, but there are many. For some, practicing yoga is a way to reduce stress and stay in shape. Another common reason people do yoga is to prevent or relieve pain. But there’s much more. If you’re new […]
In the 1500s, a yogi called Svatmarama wrote The Hatha Yoga Pradipika. Along with Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, it remains one of the most important texts on classical yoga. The Hatha Yoga Pradipika starts with a discussion of asana—the physical practice of yoga. The text lists a mere 15 poses of classical yoga. The word “pradipika” […]
Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras teach yogis how to live a yoga-based life. The verses show us how to be healthy and positive in body, mind, and spirit. As we’ve seen, there are eight limbs in Patanjali’s yoga. They are all important aspects of the practice that yogis can follow to achieve balance and grow toward enlightenment. […]
Can you be a true yogi without practicing yoga at home? Probably not, unless you have the time and money to go to a studio class every day. Moreover, since yoga is a lifestyle practice, it makes sense that practicing at home would be part of a devoted yogi’s routine. It can be difficult to […]