Tadasana is one of the basic yoga poses also known as mountain pose in western countries. You can find different variations of Tadasana (mountain pose) in different yoga disciplines. Here are three aspects to consider when practicing this pose: Drishti: It is recommended in Ashtanga Vinasya Yoga to Drishti in Tadasana should be “Nasagra Drishti”, … Read more
This entry was posted on September 24, 2024 by Charlotte Bell. I like to sequence my asana classes in an arc. This means we start slowly, progress to more complicated poses, and then return to a long, luxurious Savasana. We practice one or more “peak” poses in the middle of the practice. When we think … Read more
This entry was posted on October 1, 2024 by Charlotte Bell. I first learned Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow Pose) when I was studying ballet in elementary school. This was one of my sisters’ favorite ballet warm-ups. We sometimes “walked” around the yard in the upward bow pose for fun. I’m sure it wasn’t pretty, but … Read more
This entry was posted on October 15, 2024 by Charlotte Bell. I didn’t want to do it. I have always enjoyed Kapotasana (Pigeon Pose), or at least the hip opening variation which is a preparation for Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (One-Legged King Pigeon). Many of my students love it too. For many years, Pigeon Prep has … Read more
This entry was posted on November 4, 2024 by Charlotte Bell. Side Plank Pose (Vasisthasana) is a core strengthening powerhouse. But the core muscles aren’t the only ones that engage in the pose. Practicing the side plank can also improve strength in your knees, back, shoulders, and glutes. The tradition behind many yoga asanas is … Read more
This entry was posted on December 4, 2024 by Charlotte Bell. Why is lunge pose (Anjaneyasana) such a staple of yoga practice? Lunge poses, in all their variations, are at the heart of vinyasa and Hatha practices. Anjaneyasana lends itself to many different variations. There are high lunges and low lunges, forward and backward bending … Read more
This entry was posted on December 4, 2024 by Charlotte Bell. Why is lunge pose (Anjaneyasana) such a staple of yoga practice? Lunge poses, in all their variations, are at the heart of vinyasa and Hatha practices. Anjaneyasana lends itself to many different variations. There are high lunges and low lunges, forward and backward bending … Read more