Yoga

Today, we're spotlighting a lesser-known yet crucial muscle in the yoga anatomy landscape: the Pectoralis Minor. This muscle plays a pivotal role, especially in poses like Gomukhasana, also known as Cow Face Pose. Let's unravel the mysteries of the Pectoralis Minor—its anatomy, function, and its integral role in deepening your Gomukhasana experience.

Piriformis: Your Key to a Deeper, Safer Kurmasana Pose in Yoga. Dive into the crucial role of the piriformis muscle in perfecting Kurmasana (Tortoise Pose)! Learn how it aids in deep hip opening, boosting flexibility and stability in yoga, and its positive effects on overall well-being.

When it comes to yoga anatomy, one muscle that often captures the spotlight is the Psoas. This deep-seated core muscle is not just another part of our anatomy; it's a bridge between our physical posture, emotional well-being, and the success of our yoga practice. Today, we're diving deep into the world of the Psoas, exploring its role in yoga anatomy, emotional and physiological links, chakras and understanding how it influences the yoga pose Kapotasana, among others.

The Rectus Femoris: A Key to Enhanced Yoga Practice Yoga is not just a series of poses; it's a journey into the anatomy of strength, flexibility, and balance. Central to this journey is understanding the muscles we engage, including the...

King Pigeon Pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana) – The Ultimate Guide Learn How To Perfectly Master The Challenging King Pigeon Pose Step by Step King Pigeon pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana) is one of Yoga's super poses! King Pigeon pose is one...

Have you ever felt lost and had to use your best judgment to find your way? Compass Pose, or Parvritta Surya Yantrasana, is one of those yoga poses you have to use your inner navigation to find your way through....

By now you have probably been working pretty diligently at getting better at your splits, or full Hanumanasa aka “Monkey Pose”. Check out last week’s article here for some tips if you missed it.  So far we have worked on...

How did last week’s stretch go? Are you any closer to achieving Hanumanasa, a full square front split? Check out last week’s article if you missed it here!  If you are not advancing, there is always a reason why. Let’s...

Take a Leap of Faith: How to Hanumanasana Achieving the full split with completely square hips in yoga is something that many yogis seek. The posture is named after the Hindu monkey god named Hanuman. The story of this posture...