Vintage 70s Clip of B.K.S. Iyengar’s Asana Practice (VIDEO)
In this video from 1977, B.K.S. Iyengar flows through various poses, in a cadence revealing his mastery and control of asana, body, mind, and breathing.
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The Balance of Sisterhood: It’s All in the Strength of Your Standing Leg
In life, there are people we hold dear to us whose stability, consistency, and genuine love for us nourish our inner strength and help us find balance.
How a Headstand and Wheel Pose Got Me a Book Deal
Yoga asana are powerful catalysts in our lives. Here, a writer shares how practicing her Headstand and Wheel Pose allowed her to make changes in her life.
10 Signs You Need New Yoga Clothes
Are offensive odors and wardrobe malfunctions getting in the way of your yoga practice? Here are ten telltale signs you need new yoga clothes.
Beautiful Ashtanga Yoga Demonstration (VIDEO)
This video features Ashtanga yoga teacher Laruga Glaser flowing and flying through intermediate and advanced Ashtanga poses with impeccable skill and grace.
Why Familiarity in Your Yoga Practice Can Feel Surprisingly Fresh
Here are four great benefits that regularly doing the same sequence, in the same studio, with the same teachers can bring to your yoga practice.
5 Ways to Become the MacGyver of Yoga
MacGyver is legendary for his uncanny creativity and attention to detail. Here’s how to bring MacGyver levels of resourcefulness to your yoga practice.
The Old School of Ashtanga Yoga
In the Ashtanga yoga community, newer teaching edicts are eclipsing more classic instructional philosophies. Here’s why both new and old schools matter.
5 Yoga Poses to Help Brighten Your Mood
Just because you’re in an emotional funk doesn’t mean you have to be glum forever. These yoga poses help boost your mood, turning your frown upside-down.
Yoga and the Culture of Consumerism
As a first-world country built on a culture of consumerism, keeping our spending to a minimum is a genuine struggle, even as members of the yoga community.
Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda: On Regrets and Finding Yoga
A DOYOU reader shares his thoughts on living with regrets, and tells his story about re-discovering and finding yoga at the perfect time.
8 Reasons to Practice Ashtanga Yoga
Ashtanga yoga or Eight-Limbed Yoga refers to the eight spiritual practices outlined in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra. Here’s why you should try Ashtanga yoga.
Why Moderation Matters in Yoga
Is your quest to do “yoga every damn day” making you forget the other self-care practices you need? Here’s why moderation matters…yes, even in your yoga.
Hips Don’t Lie: 3 Hip Openers for Release and Healing
Did you know that a lot of our stress, tightness and emotions are stored in our hips? Here are 3 hip openers you can try to release and start healing.
The New Chaturanga: How to Do Ashtangasana or Eight-Limbed Pose (With Video)
Ashtangasana or Eight-Limbed Pose strengthens the upper body, stretches the spine, and opens up the hips. Here’s how to do this pose safely and properly.
Authentically Aligned: Chaturanga Dandasana
Four-Limbed Staff Pose or Chaturanga Dandasana is a fundamental yoga pose. Learn how to perform a properly aligned Chaturanga with these tips.
Finding Inner Peace on a Busy London Bridge (VIDEO)
You don’t have to become a pretzel, go to an expensive studio, or wear fancy clothes to be do yoga. All you need is your body, your mind, and your breath.
How to Do a Yoga Tune-Up in 3 Easy Steps
Every so often, its good to check in with ourselves and realign with our goals. Here’s how to do a yoga tune-up to keep in alignment with our chosen path.
13 Lessons Instagram Can Teach You About Yoga (PHOTOS)
Instagram has deeply influenced and inspired the way individuals practice and regard yoga. Here are 13 yoga lessons we can learn from Instagram.
One (Unexpected) Reason You Cannot Manifest What You Want in Your Life
We often work hard to reach our self-improvement goals and end up with middling results. This overlooked detail may help you manifest your intentions.