Most yoga practitioners can't seem to get enough of these poses. Yet a teacher with more than two decades of experience explores whether less is more.

The end of the astrological year opens the gates to a new way of life.

Four reasons you might not be seeing the results you expected—and why that might not be such a bad thing.

Enlisting advice, support, and friendship from other yoga teachers can make all the difference—in both your teaching and your attitude.

The case for keeping it simple.

This new Moon is your invitation to focus on your creativity, dreams, and inner wisdom.

We may not be able to solve all the world’s problems, but we can look inward to connect with ourselves.

This month brings ample opportunity to explore your highest self and your greatest desires, but self-awareness is essential.

The new Moon in Pisces affords you insights, intuition, and understanding of where you hold yourself back. Let life flow.

And you'll still have 1,430 minutes left in the day.

There are scientific reasons for the bodily functions we experience during yoga. We’re human, after all.

Spoiler alert: It's not as hard as you might think.

For students with lung conditions, any type of smoke—including from incense, palo santo, or sage—can be dangerous.

This simple technique will help you finally master lengthening your inhalations and exhalations.

As we swim into the intuitive waters of Pisces, we experience clarity, unveilings, big reveals, and awakenings.

Stretch into stillness to find relief.

Align your body, mind, and emotions to harness the abundance of love coming your way.

Because there's more to life than hip openers.

In tandem with the sun in Aquarius, this full moon helps you find your self-expression and make the necessary breakthroughs to step into the highest version of you.

When you feel like doing nothing, but know you should be doing something, maybe you need to tune in rather than work out.

Let stillness be your medicine.

The days ahead bring the necessary illumination and inspiration to actually act on your desires.

Step away from the computer.

Welcome the opportunity to fall into alignment with your values, and experience love and connection in all their guises.

As the retrograde cycles come to an end, we're taking the lessons learned with us as we move forward.

Even when the moon disappears, it’s still possible to access its illumination. Here's how.

Sometimes you just need to let the pose hold you.

Even yoga teachers make mistakes, despite the best of intentions.

This challenging posture is so much more than just a cool shape.

The relief you feel after moving through these five postures will astound you.

You've heard that twisting and building heat in yoga can help eliminate toxins. But is this claim true?

Now is the time to recharge your batteries for all that lies ahead.

Feeling a little emotional lately? You're not alone. Here are simple things you can do to ease those full moon vibes

Hands shoulder-distance apart? Check. Lengthen through your back? Done. Here are other prompts to help you heighten your—and your students'—experience in this foundational pose.

The infamous astrological event doesn't necessarily mean everything in your life will go sideways. But there are some things to be aware of during this time.

5 tips to improve your work-life balance so you can teach what you love—without it taking over your entire existence.

You know what happens to a paper clip when you bend it back and forth too many times? Stop doing the same thing to your body.

Looking to help yourself (or your students) slow down and shift perspective? Try this comprehensive list of ways to say rest, melt, observe, allow, surrender... you get the idea.

Approaching this classic asana in a new way can make you keenly aware of your alignment—and help you break free of your rut.

Having a tricky time with Bow Pose? Take what you know from Bridge and Camel and change your relationship to gravity. Here's how.

From nonstop talking to arriving late or even adjusting other students—yoga teachers have seen all sorts of class disruptions. Here’s how to handle them.

“Going deeper” into your pose has nothing to do with how it looks.

Only when you get quiet can you listen to your deepest truth and desires. Here's how to get in touch with yourself and your intentions for the year ahead.

The answer is simple.

Spoiler: Compassion and truth will play a big role.

Challenge your balance and stretch your body in all the same ways as Vasisthasana, while dialing down the difficulty.

This month, the planets and stars ask you to consider the gift of structure, mastery, and patience in your life.

Sometimes doing what you most love can leave you exhausted. Here's how to lead others through their practice without debilitating yourself.

Ever find that a standard alternative to a pose still doesn't feel right in your body? These accessible options will change that.

There's more to sequencing the final resting pose than putting it at the end of class. Here's how to ensure your students are set up to find their calm.

If you've ever silently cursed as your teacher started to cue Eagle Pose, you're not alone. Here's how to make it a lot more tolerable—and doable.

Whether you're an experienced teacher or have yet to teach a class, here's what you can do to set yourself—and your students—up for the best experience possible.

Michael Hayes had to find his own way in yoga and in the world. Now he helps others do the same.

For the next six weeks, the planet of romance and beauty asks you to learn from the past—in love, as well as life.

When you need to approach any situation—or, let's be honest, life—from a calmer place, this quiet practice is your solution.

And I don’t mean the poses...

Our physical, emotional, and behavioral tendencies—both good and bad—aren't ours alone. They're often passed down from generation to generation.

There's a time and a place for gentle prenatal yoga. This is not that practice.

Gratitude flows feeling tired? Try one of these alternatives.

'Tis the season to be...socializing. If you're someone who needs ample alone time, here's how to fulfill all your obligations—including to yourself.

Sometimes all it takes is a small act of rebellion—like taking a side bend in a pose that doesn't call for it—to remind you to live a little. Or a lot.

This month, the planets and stars ask you to quiet your mind, come into truthful communication with self and others, and consider change at all levels.

Sometimes you need to clear out what you no longer need to let in everything that you want.

Feel free to let it all out.

Here's how to own up to your humanness when you make a mistake before the lesson is repeated.

When was the last time you gave thanks for your ability to move through your yoga practice?

No props, no problem! All you need for this calming Yin Yoga sequence is yourself and a desire to come to your practice.

The prop you never even knew you needed can transform how you (and your students) find alignment.

It's time to find your center. This practice for the full moon brings you back to your truest source of strength and stability—you.

Why exactly does the full moon have such an impact on your emotions? We untangle fact from fiction.

No more awkwardly waiting in Child's Pose while everyone else in class makes their way through warmups.

Tap into your inner fire to find the balance, flexibility, and playfulness needed for this challenging posture.

This is the prop you didn't know you needed.

Our monthly planetary invitations encourage us to release the mental and physical clutter to make space for greater clarity, stronger relationships, and connection with truth.

There's a reason why so many cultures celebrate those who have passed on during Scorpio season.

The hair might steal the show in this scroll-stopping posture, but hidden underneath is the demanding—and rewarding—One-Armed Handstand.

Ever feel as airy and unstable as leaves swirling in the wind? That's your vata dosha out of balance. This slow yoga practice will help settle your energy and bring you back to calm.

We've seen an explosion of memes about Child's Pose over the last year and a half. Coincidence? We think not.

Sarah Clark explains and offers poses to help you stop grasping—and start accepting.

It takes more than a pedicure to truly care for your feet. Here’s how to find more stability in yoga—and in life—by giving your feet some TLC.