Excellent Study Shows Yoga Helps People With Back Pain
Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 02. Nov, 2011 | 0 Comments
As a student of Yoga Therapy, I was excited to see this long awaited study and eager to see more work done on this important topic.
The Archives of Internal Medicine, a major medical journal, published a clinical trial showing the effects of yoga for low back pain. The study is the best of its kind in organization, [...]
All Yoga Considered
Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 18. Nov, 2010 | 0 Comments
There are many styles of yoga from the intense, heated vinyasa practice to a more alignment-focused practice using props such as Iyengar. Whether you enjoy a yoga practice that’s heated or more restorative, incorporating pranayama or meditation, come to your mat with an open mind and open heart, and enjoy what your yoga practice brings.
VINYASA [...]
The Eight-Limb Path of Yoga
Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 01. Oct, 2010 | 0 Comments
In Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra, the eightfold path is called ashtanga,which literally means “eight limbs” (ashta=eight, anga=limb). According to the Yoga Sutra, our pain and suffering is created by the misperception that we are separate from nature. The realization that we are not separate may be experienced without effort; however, most of us need guidance. Patanjali’s Eight Limbed Path [...]
38 Ways Yoga Keeps You Healthy
Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 01. Sep, 2010 | 0 Comments
I discovered another great article about the amazing health benefits of making a yoga practice part of your life.
So roll out that mat and get started!
Yoga Journal Article: Count on Yoga: 38 Ways Yoga Keeps you Fit
Yoga Library
Posted by Margaret in Books, Yoga on 17. Nov, 2009 | 0 Comments
Whether you are a beginning yoga student or seasoned practitioner, there are numerous books that can add to your practice. With the recent rise in popularity of yoga, it is a bit overwhelming how many yoga books, CDs and DVDs are available. If you have been practicing yoga asanas or are interested in learning about [...]
