See clearly with Yogic eye exercises Some say the eyes are the window to the soul, meaning when we look deeply into the eyes of another person, we can catch a glimpse of their true essence. Our eyes may very well be a window in, potentially offering profound clarity into the nature of others, but … Continue reading Free Vision
Whether you’re walking barefoot on the grass or sand, climbing mountains, paddling canoes, dancing the night away or walking to work in fancy shoes, your feet surely need a little extra attention. We often forget about foot care until aches and pains develop. And unfortunately, foot pain usually means back pain too. Our feet … Continue reading Yogic Foot Massage
SETU BANDHA SARVANGASANA Strength and softness, rooting and lifting, exhilaration and relaxation; these are just a few of the opposing elements you may find in exploring bridge pose. Bridge pose is an ideal posture to explore during the intense, yet peaceful, breaking open of new life happening all around us right now. This posture helps … Continue reading Reawaken with Bridge Pose
Spring is on the way! During this time of awakening in the natural world, life can begin to speed up a bit. This breathing exercise will help to calm the nervous system and keep you relaxed and steady, in and out, during a time of change. Humming Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama) – Find a comfortable … Continue reading Spring is on the way pranayama
To experience a balance between day and night, activity and rest, strength and surrender, try this sequence. Utkatasana/Uttanasana (Chair Pose/Standing Forward Bend) 1 – Start in Tadasana (mountain pose) with hands at the heart, feet parallel and hip-distance apart, eyes only slightly open. Focus on your breathing and how the breath moves in and out … Continue reading Balancing Opposites
In the system of Yoga, mudras are gestures or postures that allow us to work with our prana or life-force energy. These “energy seals” are symbolic of particular states of mind or consciousness and, when practiced regularly, are said to evoke those states within ourselves. Cin mudra is the gesture of consciousness and is excellent … Continue reading Cin Mudra: Conscious Seal
September means back to school, which for many translates to “back to desk.” Sitting at a desk for large periods of time can initiate fatigue in many areas of the body, but can be particularly troublesome for the lower back. Good posture and regular breaks go a long way toward prevention and the practice below … Continue reading Back to Desk
The Iron Bird Way 