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Yoga Blog with Ann Pizer February 2005 Archive

By Ann Pizer, About.com Guide to Yoga since 2004

Pose of the Week

Monday February 28, 2005
Awkward Chair Pose - Utkatasana is a warming pose, creating heat in both the arms and legs. Incorporate it into your Sun Salutation sequence (before your standing forward bend) to ... Read More

Pranayama

Thursday February 24, 2005
Pranayama is the Sanskrit word used in yoga for breathing exercises. These can be beneficial to your overall health, especially when there are lots of illnesses going around.

Pose of the Week

Monday February 21, 2005
On honor of President's Day, the pose of the week is Gomukhasana - Cow Face Pose. Ok, it doesn't really have anything to do with President's Day(...or does it?).

Review - Harmony II Natural Rubber Yoga Mat

Thursday February 17, 2005
Most yoga mats are made from synthetic materials, which include polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Since I spend a lot of time on the mat and am concerned about the effects of ... Read More

Pose of the Week

Monday February 14, 2005
Knee to Ankle is this week's featured pose. The key to fully experiencing this pose is to line up the ankles and knees precisely and make sure both legs are ... Read More

What's Iyengar Again?

Thursday February 10, 2005
If you're confused about all the different kinds of yoga classes available, this quick guide can help. It includes information about Hatha, Vinyasa, Iyengar, Ashtanga, Kundalini, and Bikram.

Pose of the Week

Sunday February 6, 2005
Warrior II - Virabhadrasana II is the pose of the week. This is one powerful pose: strengthening the legs, opening the hips and shoulders. When holding this pose, remember to ... Read More

The State of the Yoga

Wednesday February 2, 2005
First Lady Laura Bush has reportedly incorporated yoga into her fitness regime. Will the President be next?

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