Cobra Pose, also known as Bhujangasana, is a familiar yoga pose to most of us. A beginner backbend which prepares our body for even deeper backbends, and is part of our Sun Salutation sequence. Benefits of Cobra Pose Increases flexibility of the spine Stretches our chest while strengthening the spine and shoulders Open up our
“Inhale…….. Exhale………………” We’ve heard this all too often in class. Breathing is an activity highly regarded in the practice of Yoga. But for good reasons. Scientific researches have proven that different breathings warrant different reactions from our body. Let us discover what two of the most relatable kind of breathing do to our bodies and how
No doubt, yoga is commonly practiced by females. This stigma that “Yoga is for Women Only” has been going on in the society for quite a while now. However, yoga is increasingly popular amongst men as it helps them build strength, flexibility and balance, allowing them to reach muscles they never knew they had. If
Yoga is gaining popularity worldwide. Many people are benefitting from their regular yoga practice, both mentally and physically. (Click here to read more about the benefits of yoga.) Unfortunately, there are still a handful who are unwilling to give yoga a shot due to their misconceptions about yoga. Here are some common misconceptions that people
The trick to creating a lasting and healthy relationship with yoga is perseverance. Here is a little quiz: Have you been practicing often? How many times do you practice a month now vs when you first started out? If you are practicing lesser than before, ask yourself why? No judging here. Be truthful. Are they