Tadasana Mountain Pose

Tadasana (Mountain Pose)   This pose teaches one to stand with majestic steadiness like a mountain. The word ‘Tada’ means a mountain, that’s where the name comes from. It involves the major groups of muscles and improves focus and concentration. It is the...

Supta Kapotasana – Supine Pigeon Pose

The “Supta Kapotasana” name comes from the Sanskrit words, “supta” means “reclined”, “kapota” means “pigeon”, and  “asana” means “posture or seat”. Some people call it as “sucirandhrasana”, which is the Sanskrit word, “suci” means “needle” and “randhra”...

Karma Yoga

Karma yoga, or the “yoga action” is a form of yoga based on the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Sanskrit scripture of Hinduism. Of the three paths to realization, karma yoga is the process of achieving perfection in selfless action. Karma is also the word...

Natarajasana

The name comes from the Sanskrit words nata meaning “dancer”, raja meaning “king”, and asana meaning “posture” or “seat”.  Natarajasana is a balance asana that strengthens the legs. It also is a full body stretch which engages the shoulders, chest and abdomen,...

Crane (Crow Pose)

Crow pose also sometimes called “Crane Pose,” is usually the first arm balance that yoga students learn. It is the foundational pose for most arm balances in yoga, so it’s a good idea to understand the basics of Crow Pose first. This pose requires a good deal...