6 Alternatives to Downward-Facing Dog

6 Alternatives to Downward-Facing Dog

by | Jun 19, 2015 | Yoga

Downward-facing dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) is one of those yoga poses that you either love or hate. But it’s also hard to avoid this pose, especially if you are in a group yoga class. But just because you struggle with downward-facing dog or find it hard on your back,...
How Drop-In Classes Changed Yoga in the West

How Drop-In Classes Changed Yoga in the West

by | Mar 12, 2012 | Yoga

Along with designer spandex clothes and sticky mats, drop-in classes stand out as one of the signature features of Western yoga. They’re like Match.com for the yoga world. You can hook up with a yoga class whenever you need a booty call (in this case, your real...
If Showing Up For Yoga Class Is Difficult, Stay Home

If Showing Up For Yoga Class Is Difficult, Stay Home

by | Oct 29, 2011 | Yoga

I spend a lot of time encouraging my yoga students to develop a home yoga practice. In my eyes, this is the eventual goal of all yoga — to move beyond the group aerobic class and connect to your own mind and body. If you think showing up at a yoga class once a...
Five Ways to Develop a Personal Yoga Practice

Five Ways to Develop a Personal Yoga Practice

by | Mar 4, 2011 | Yoga

In a previous post, we looked at the benefits of having a personal yoga practice. Here are 5 ways to start developing your own practice today. Find a yoga teacher The fastest way to a personal yoga practice is with the guidance of a yoga teacher. He can work with you...
Stop Telling Me What To Do: Personal Yoga Practice

Stop Telling Me What To Do: Personal Yoga Practice

by | Feb 27, 2011 | Yoga

Learn the secret that yoga teachers don’t want you to know, and set your practice free. Would you do any of the following? Play your guitar only when your teacher is directing you. Balance your checkbook only in math class. Go jogging only with your running coach. Do...