ashtanga yoga – Page 6

NIYAMA – WHAT, HOW, WHY

Have you heard of the term Niyama in the context of Yoga? If you’re an Indian, you probably have come across this word and are familiar with it – in many Indian languages, Niyam(a) means rule. What does it mean in Yoga, though? Does it retain the same meaning? Let’s discuss! What is Niyama? InContinueContinue reading “NIYAMA – WHAT, HOW, WHY”

MY YOGA JOURNEY – WHY I DO WHAT I DO

It has been a magical journey of learning, growing, and loving myself these past few decades. I feel blessed to be on this journey of rediscovery and reconnection to myself in this life. There are questions I get asked often by friends, students, colleagues about my Yoga journey. Why did I start practising Yoga? HowContinueContinue reading “MY YOGA JOURNEY – WHY I DO WHAT I DO”

MÉRUDANDA – SPINAL MOVEMENT IN YOGA

If you’ve practised Yoga, especially Āsana, with a good instructor, you know how much Yoga focuses on spinal health and movements of the vertebral column. Why is there so much focus on this one part of the body, though? Why is it given so much importance? Let’s first quickly take a look at what weContinueContinue reading “MÉRUDANDA – SPINAL MOVEMENT IN YOGA”

PRĀNĀYĀMA – WHAT IS IT, REALLY?

Along with Āsana, another common word we hear today in the context of Yoga is Prānāyāma. If you have never been to a Yoga class or practised Yoga in any form, the meaning of this word may not be clear. What, exactly, is Prānāyāma? What is the point of Prānāyāma practice? Why has it becomeContinueContinue reading “PRĀNĀYĀMA – WHAT IS IT, REALLY?”

ĀSANA – WHAT IS IT, REALLY?

Yoga has become increasingly popular all over the world in the past decade or two. Everyone has heard a few Yoga-related words, at the least, if not tried out the practice itself. One of the most popular words related to Yoga, and one that is showcased very often on social media, is Āsana. What isContinueContinue reading “ĀSANA – WHAT IS IT, REALLY?”

YAMA – WHAT, HOW, WHY

Have you heard of the term Yama in the context of Yoga? What is your understanding of the word and the concept of Yama? Do you think Yama is important for a more effective Yoga practice? Do you know what is included with Yama? Let’s dive into the basics of this Yogic concept! What isContinueContinue reading “YAMA – WHAT, HOW, WHY”