by laramiereeseyoga | Oct 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
In my two decades teaching yoga, I have observed Chaturanga Dandasana (Low Plank) as the most misunderstood asana in yoga. It is often understood and practiced as a transitionary action rather than a posture in its own right. This challenging asana develops strength...
by laramiereeseyoga | Oct 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
Tristhana refers to the union of “three places of attention or action in yoga practice: posture, breathing system, and looking place. These three are very important for yoga practice, and cover three levels of purification: the body, nervous system and mind....
by laramiereeseyoga | Oct 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Yoga Sutras are a sacred collection of 196 aphorisms that form the foundational text of classical yoga philosophy. These sutras were written by the sage Patanjali, who is believed to have lived sometime between the 2nd century BCE and the 4th century CE. They...
by laramiereeseyoga | Jun 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
In Ayurveda, there are 5 Elements, and 3 Doshas that make up the building blocks of nature. As we are a part of nature, these also apply to us, and influence us in profound ways. A basic knowledge of the elements and doshas goes a long way in helping us to...
by laramiereeseyoga | Jun 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
In yoga class you may have heard your teacher instruct you to engage one or several “Bandhas”. So what is a bandha? It is what is know in yoga as an energy lock. A form of mudra, a posture intended to effect the organs to which it connects, the sanskrit...
by laramiereeseyoga | Jun 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
The question I have been asked the most as a yoga teacher is, “How do I quiet my mind to meditate?” I remember the struggle in my earlier years of practice, I understand, and I am here to help! So first, let’s just get this out of the way…...
