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Spotlight on Restorative Yoga

Let's face it: Some yoga poses taste a little bit sweeter than others. And if yoga were a smorgasbord, restorative postures ... (continued)

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Bridge Party

By Natasha Rizopoulos

Build a Bridge and enjoy the many opening and strengthening benefits this pose offers.

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Basics Column Features

Up in Arms

Prepare for inversions by strengthening your arms and core in Dolphin Pose.

Fish Tale

For seated twists like Ardha Matsyendrasana, learn to lengthen your spine before you twist.

Get Down Dog

Arms reaching, hips lifting, spine stretching: Downward Dog creates a symphony of sweet sensations all through your body.

Bottoms Up

Firm your back body to lift into Purvottanasana.

Fab Abs

Strengthen your core and improve your posture.

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So Long, YogaDawg!

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NYC: Yoga, Dance, and Cutbacks

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During these crazy times, remember the good stuff. Owning that attitude ... More

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Yoga Basics columns focus on one particular yoga pose to give readers a deeper, more sophisticated understanding. The columns bring more awareness to and address common misunderstandings and challenges beginners sometimes face when practicing the pose using clear and accessible language.

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