pigeon pose

Eka Pada Rajakapotasana is a deep hip opener and forward bend that you should approach consciously to reap its many benefits.

This common hip opener is supposed to feel good. Bad Yogi Erin Motz says if all you feel is awkward, the magic is in the modifications.

Feeling uninspired? Try these five poses to get the creative juices flowing.

A yogini realizes that her practice doesn't need to be a work out, and learns to relish the sweet release of going deep and slow.

Hip openers increase flexibility and range of motion, which benefits athletes of all kinds. But too much looseness in the hips can a detriment. Sage Rountree explains.

Kathryn Budig leads us into One-Legged King Pigeon Pose II.

Sage Rountree teaches a Pigeon Pose variation that's good for athletes with tight hips and knee concerns.

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