Relax to the Max With This 20-Minute Yoga Flow You Can Do Entirely Lying Down
Resting tends to be something we put off or save for later when there’s “more time.” Yet, when we’re feeling fatigued, rushed, or distracted, slowing down can be one of…
Twisting yoga: 7 asanas for beginners and why they can benefit your health
Twisting yoga can help you with digestion, mobility of the spine and more. So, try these twisting yoga poses for beginners. A little twist in life can sometimes do wonders!…
Wait, Should I Be Salting My Yoga Mat?
Nothing is worse than stepping onto your brand-new yoga mat, ready to feel grounded during a workout—only to slip and slide while flowing through sun salutations and other sweat-inducing sequences….
How to Do Boat Pose in Yoga (Navasana)
It’s no wonder many yogis have a love-hate relationship with boat pose. Known also as navasana, this yoga pose requires you to hold your balance, keep your core engaged, and avoid straining your…
Why Bedtime Yoga Does Double Duty as a Way To Prepare You for Sleep
You’ve tried melatonin and magnesium, taking some deep breaths after you crawl under the covers, and even committed to keeping screens out of your bedroom. Yet you’re still tossing and…
Ready To Kick Your Yoga Practice Up a Notch? Try These 5 Intermediate Poses
Once you’ve gotten the hang of downward dog and happy baby, you might find it’s time to level up your yoga practice. Trying more difficult intermediate poses not only challenges…
Feeling the December Stress? Get Grounded With This Calming End-of-Year Yoga Workout
Low lighting, candles, and large brass gongs might come to mind when you think about doing yoga for stress relief. But you actually don’t need anything fancy to tap into…
If You’re Stressed, Try Flipping Your Perspective Upside Down—Literally
When you’re dealing with a stressful situation, sometimes the best course of action is to try to change your perspective. For example, while you can’t control the actions of other people,…
Why Naked Yoga at Home Was the Natural Next Step in Jessamyn Stanley’s Evolution
Body-inclusive yoga instructor Jessamyn Stanley didn’t set out to become a naked yogi when she started practicing yoga over 10 years ago. But today, doing downward dogs, wheels, and all…
So You Want To Do Crow Pose? Here Are 10 Moves To Help You Finally Get There
Crow pose is a hallmark yoga move that requires strength, balance, and wrist mobility. If nailing it has been a challenge for you, know that you’re certainly not alone. It’s…
Why Staying in Child’s Pose for an Entire Yoga Class Might Be the Calming Practice You Need
In a dimly lit yoga studio, I was somewhere between cat-cow and threading the needle when tears started swelling up in my eyes. The feeling of deep grief and hopelessness…
The 6 Best Yoga Mat Towels for Mopping Up Sweat Mid-Practice
Drenched in sweat after an invigorating vinyasa flow? Fear not! A yoga mat towel can help transform your yoga mat from a slick and potentially hazardous surface to a secure,…
The 36 Very Best Yoga Gifts They’ll Love On and Off the Mat, According to Yoga Teachers
If you have a yoga lover in your life, they’ll likely appreciate a thoughtful yoga gift that supports their personal practice, be it in the studio, at home, or anywhere…
Open Your Heart and Release Your Lower Back With Cobra Pose
Get ready to slither into the world of cobra pose, also known as bhujangasana in yoga. This isn’t just another yoga pose: It’s your ticket to a stronger, more flexible…
10 Best Long-Sleeved Yoga Tops To Keep You Warm and Supported in the Winter
Nothing makes us actually excited about going to our favorite yoga class than new winter workout gear. While we love stepping into a fresh pair of leggings or throwing on…
Supta matsyendrasana: Benefits and how to do Supine spinal twist
Supta Matsyendrasana or supine spinal twist yoga pose is the best asana to keep stress at bay. Here are the benefits of this asana and how to do it properly….
The 5 Best Yoga Poses to Relieve Lower Back Pain
Statistically speaking, there’s a good chance you or someone you know has experienced back pain. In fact, back pain is one of the most common reasons why people see a…
The Only 7 Leg Stretches You Need to Banish Stiffness and Improve Flexibility
Stretching isn’t exactly the most glamorous or exciting part of anyone’s fitness routine, but it is an important part. To maximize the time you spend getting long and loose, you…
Tree Pose in Yoga Is Surprisingly Hard But These Form Tips Can Help You Nail It
Classified as an asymmetrical standing balance posture, yoga’s tree pose (Vrksasana) evokes the feeling of being both grounded and wide open. Like a tree, this yoga pose illustrates the importance…
How To Bend and Not Break While Doing Bridge Pose in Yoga
Bridge pose in yoga, also known by its Sanskrit name setu bandha sarvangasana, is a staple in most asana practices, accessible to beginners yet still challenging for advanced practitioners; it’s…
Extended Side Angle pose or Utthita Parsvakonasana: A yoga asana to tone hips and thighs
Utthita Parsvakonasana offers many health benefits, especially for the lower body. Let us tell you how to do the Extended Side Angle pose to tone thighs and hips. Utthita Parsvakonasana…
The 5 Best Restorative Yoga Poses for Rest and Rejuvenation
There are numerous ways to wind down after a long day. You can meditate, take a bath, spend some time in an infrared sauna—the list goes on. One often-overlooked method…