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Edible Blessings
Check out Bem Le Hunte's author page.
Hatha with Heart
Check out Carol Krucoff's author page.
Taoist Philosophy 101: The Meaning of Yin and Yang
Use this primer to a key concept in Taoist philosophy to grasp how yoga affects the crucial tissues of the body, including muscles, bones, and connective tissue.
Teaching the Essence of Yoga
Check out Swami Shankardev Saraswati PhD's author page.
The Legal Implications of Health Advice, Part 2
Check out Michael H. Cohen JD MBA's author page.
How to Teach a Multi-Level Class
Learn how to teach an effective multi-level class that benefits students of all experience levels.
Love, or Living Without Regret
Check out Aadil Palkhivala's author page.
Lifting the Arms, Part 3: Lengthen Latissimus Dorsi for Higher Reach and Deeper Backbends
Check out Roger Cole's author page.
The Debate: Teach With English or Sanskrit Pose Names?
It's a central debate in the West: should we use the Sanskrit names when we teach? You may be surprised to learn just how many reasons there are to do so.
Speaking Mindfully: The Legal Implications of Health Advice, Part I
Check out Michael H. Cohen JD MBA's author page.
The Energetic Effects of Pranayama
Changing the sequencing of your class changes your students' energetic experience. Create different energetic effects in your students —with the careful use of breath control.
How to Teach Peace
Check out Aadil Palkhivala's author page.
Should Yoga Studios Ask Students to Sign a Liability Waiver?
Check out Michael H. Cohen JD MBA's author page.
Lifting the Arms, Part 2: Rotate and Elevate the Shoulder Blades for Fuller, Safer Movement
Check out Roger Cole's author page.
12 Poses to Bring Flexibility Home
It's easy to think we practice yoga just to be able to touch our toes. But Cyndi Lee reminds us that true flexibility means having an adaptable mind as well as a limber body.
The Dixie Hummingbirds: Diamond Jubilation.
Check out Derk Richardson's author page.
Various Artists: Chill: Brazil 2.
Check out Derk Richardson's author page.
Fat Free Yoga: Total Tune-up with Ravi Singh and Ana Brett.
Check out Richard Rosen's author page.
Hamsa Lila: Gathering One.
Check out Derk Richardson's author page.
Nixon Under the Bodhi Tree and Other Works of Buddhist Fiction edited by Kate Wheeler.
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
Itsy Bitsy Yoga: Poses to Help Your Baby Sleep Longer, Digest Better, and Grow Stronger by Helen Garabedian.
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
Yoga For Chickens: Relaxing Your Inner Chick by Lynn Brunelle.
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
Enlightenment Blues: My Years with an American Guru by Andre van der Braak.
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
Infinite Life: Seven Virtues for Living Well by Robert Thurman.
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
Anatomy For Yoga with Paul Grilley.
Check out Richard Rosen's author page.
Cool Yoga Tricks by Miriam Austin.
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less by Barry Schwartz
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
The Long and Short of Legs
Check out Julie Gudmestad's author page.
4 Yoga Poses to Prep for Frog (Bhekasana)
Check out Beryl Bender Birch's author page.
Why to Choose Yoga Over Weights for Strong Legs
Step away from the squat machine and strengthen your entire leg on your mat.
6 Twisting Techniques to Get More Out of Each Turn
Use these simple, but important, twisting techniques that help elongate the spine and have a host of physical and emotional benefits.
Learn to Listen to Your Inner Voice
Through the practice of yoga, we can learn to hear— and follow —our inner guidance.
How to Quiet Your Mind During Meditation
Quieting the mind doesn't have to mean shushing your many inner voices. By letting them have their say, you can discover the all-encompassing stillness of Big Mind.
Inspired Minds: Elizabeth Hardwick
Check out Melissa Wagenberg's author page.
Practice This Reclining Twist When You Need a Pick-Me-Up
A pose to restore your energy.
Yoga Therapy: Need to Know
Learn when yoga therapy might be more appropriate than traditional yoga and how to get started.
Working with a Hamstring Injury? Use Yoga for Soreness + Pain Relief
Find out how to use yoga for soreness and different ways to modify your practice.
Strengthening the Arms in Urdhva Dhanurasana
Check out Maty Ezraty's author page.
Good Grief
Check out Chris McGonigle's author page.
Style Profile: Kripalu Yoga
Meet Kripalu Yoga. Learn about its lineage and how and where you can start your practice.
How to Make Backbends More Enjoyable
If you have yet to find joy in opening the front body with backbends, it's time to develop a different approach to your practice.
Round Out Your Practice With a Sensory Spirit Meditation
Follow this meditation-heavy practice to connect to the spirit within.
Yoga to Improve Posture: Self-Assess Your Spine + Learn How to Protect It
Your mom was right: You'll look better and feel great if you stop slouching and stand up straight. Yoga can help you do just that—in a way that honors your spine's natural curves. Here's a guide to assessing and improving your posture.
Healing Relationships Through Compassion and Connection
Applying buddhist teachings to emotional healing with relationships, marriage, and lust.
The Yoga of Balance
Check out Aadil Palkhivala's author page.
Ask Our Expert: Aadil Palkhivala
Check out Aadil Palkhivala's author page.
Lifting the Arms: Cinch Down & Turn Out to Protect Your Rotator Cuff
Check out Roger Cole's author page.
How to Open a Yoga Studio, Part 8: Are You the Right Fit?
Check out Constance Loizos's author page.
Principles of Sequencing: Plan a Yoga Class to Energize or Relax
Changing the order in which you teach the same poses completely changes their effect on your students. Learn the principles of sequencing to target the energy of your class.
Ask Our Expert: Sudha Carolyn Lundeen
Check out Sudha Carolyn Lundeen's author page.
Inspired Minds: Drew & Myra Goodman
Check out Melissa Wagenberg's author page.
Bringing Happiness Home
Check out Cyndi Lee's author page.
Eka Pada Viparita Dandasana (One-Legged Inverted Staff Pose)
Check out Beryl Bender Birch's author page.
Don’t Shoot!
Check out Justin Hall's author page.
Happy Land
Check out Jeff Greenwald's author page.
Combining Pilates & Yoga For Balance with Tom McCook
Check out Richard Rosen's author page.
Yoga For Scoliosis with Elise Browning Miller (Video Tape Review)
Check out Richard Rosen's author page.
Killing the Buddha: A Heretic’s Bible by Peter Manseau and Jeff Sharlet
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
From Inside Out: Body Energy—A Yoga Notebook from the Teachings of Angela & Victor, Book 3 by Victor
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
R.E.G. Project: II
Check out Derk Richardson's author page.
Chris Smither: Train Home
Check out Derk Richardson's author page.
Intro to Chanting, Mantra, and Japa
Mantra and Chanting have long been associated with yoga practice, but should you teach them? Learn the history of these practices and some popular chants to help you get started.
A Guide to Common Chants
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30 Essential Yoga Poses: For Beginning Students and Their Teachers by Judith Lasater
Check out Phil Catalfo's author page.
Teach Students to Discern Between Force and Feeling
Teaching students the difference between force vs. feeling won't only make them better yogis—it will also make them better citizens of the world.
Keeping Students Coming
Check out Constance Loizos's author page.
Meditation 101: 6 Ways to Get Started
In the classical yoga tradition, hatha yoga is practiced as preparation for seated meditation. So over time, you might naturally find yourself drawn inward toward more contemplative practices.
Finders Keepers
Check out Dayna Macy's author page.
Q&A: What If I Prefer Not to Partner Up?
Judith Hanson Lasater, PhD, offers advice for students who feel uncomfortable with partner poses.
A Show of Hands
Check out Catherine Guthrie's author page.
Q&A: Which Asanas Might Help Someone with Emphysema?
Judith Hanson Lasater, PhD, gives advice on asanas for people suffering from emphysema.
The Pose of Happiness + Ease: Sukhasana
Think like a kid and take a seat. Find out how Sukhasana, aka the Pose of Happiness, encourages a natural sense of ease. Just try it.
Focus on Your Feet: How to Improve Balance and Prevent Injuries
If you want your yoga to build strong, stable, balanced legs, it's important to work the feet properly—even when you're not standing on them.
Under Your Skin
Check out Angela Pirisi's author page.
Swami Mommy
Check out Judith Hanson Lasater's author page.
Round Out Your Practice: A Sequence for Flexibility
Try this series for a practice that promises to increase flexibility.
Ask Our Expert: John Friend
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Uncommon Respect, Part Two
Check out Aadil Palkhivala's author page.
Creating a Safe Space
Check out Rusty Wells's author page.