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Yoga December 2004 Archive

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108 Sun Salutations

Thursday December 30, 2004
Celebrate the new year by challenging yourself to complete a Mala - 108 Sun Salutations. 108 is a very auspicious number in the yogic tradition. To makes things easier, I've ... Read More

Pose of the Week

Monday December 27, 2004
Eagle Pose - Garudasana is the Pose of the Week. This balancing pose works both the legs and stretches out the shoulders and upper back. A great all over pose ... Read More

Sitting in an Awkward Chair

Wednesday December 22, 2004
Utkatasana is often translated as Awkward Chair Pose. Imagine yourself perched on Santa's knee asking for these great Yoga Gifts. Yes folks, it's down to the wire, but you can ... Read More

Pose of the Week

Monday December 20, 2004
B.K.S. Iyengar calls Headstand Pose - Salamba Sirsasana, the King of Asanas for its ability to calm the nervous system and bring the body into balance. But proceed with caution! ... Read More

Happy Iyengar's Birthday!

Tuesday December 14, 2004
B.K.S. Iyengar turns 86 today. Take this opportunity to find out more about this yoga master's practice and method.

Pose of the Week

Sunday December 12, 2004
Bridge Pose (also called Half-Wheel) is a basic backbend suitable for most beginning yogis. It's also a wonderful chest opener. And if you're feeling in the mood for a restorative ... Read More

Vasisthasana

Thursday December 9, 2004
This pose is named for Vasistha, a sage in the yoga tradition. More commonly referred to as Side Plank Pose, it's a great arm strengthener and preparation for more challenging ... Read More

Pose of the Week

Monday December 6, 2004
One-Legged King Pigeon Pose – Eka Pada Rajakapotasana is a mouthful, so the name of this pose is often shortened to Pigeon Pose. A lot of tension and emotion can ... Read More

Cat - Cow Stretch

Wednesday December 1, 2004
The Cat - Cow sequence is a great spinal and pelvic stretch, and easy to do with the right instructions. So here is an illustrated step-by-step guide. It's also a ... Read More

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