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Beginner's Expert: Natasha Rizopoulos

Beginner's Expert and Ashtanga teacher Natasha Rizopoulos coaches students on all aspects of a beginning practice.

Ashtanga yoga teacher Natasha Rizopoulos is the star of our Beginner's Step-by-Step video series. She is a senior teacher with Yoga Works and has studied with K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India.

Natasha loves teaching beginning students for the enthusiasm and earnestness they bring to class. "We all need to try and incorporate that early eagerness and receptivity to instruction into our practice, no matter how experienced we become," she says. "It's that 'beginner's mind' that allows us to learn and grow."

Natasha enjoys hearing from you. If you have a question for her, please submit a comment at the bottom of this page. You can read the archive of Natasha's expert advice below. Practice with Natasha's DVDs.

Articles:

Morning Routine

Padmasana Preparation

Tackling Transition

Warrior Priorities

Savasana Solution

What's the Frequency, Natasha?

Inversion Inquiry

The Ticket for Taut Hamstrings

Home Practice 101

Camel Conundrum

Core Strength for Smooth Transitions

Cross-Training Compatibility

Fashion for Function

Too Much of a Good Thing?

Chaturanga from Top to Toe

Mindfulness of the Mouth

Asana by Appointment

Determination vs. Intention

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Reader Comments

Deep Dey	Hello Mam, I cannot figure out the meaning of Lengthening/ tucking your tailbone. What does it mean actuallly??? Last year i had undergone minor surgery on L4 and L5 region after suffering from prolapsed invertebral disc. What should i avoid while doing yoga asanas
John D.	Hi Natasha, I recently had a successful big toe joint fusion procedure as years of running with the pronation of very flat feet had worn down the cartilage to a point where it was bone-on-bone. The new structure makes a lunge position impossible for that foot. For those asanas involving lunges, is it safe to spin my heel down and put my rear foot in a warrior position, provided I'm properly grounding the big toe mound, etc? Thank you!
ROSS	I underwent back surgery 12 weeks ago. Replacements were made in L4 & L5 with rods either side. I would be grateful for your suggestions on what poses I may do to get back into yoga. Thanks