December 2011
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: Yoga asanas: perceived flexibility and actual... →
migas:
Before I started practicing yoga, I though I did not had the flexibility to do the Paschimottanasana (the seated forward bend).
I though the way to do it was to dive with my head in to the knees, and I just couldn’t do it. One day, a light came over me and I understood the asana. I had to “glue”…
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Blog, Blah, Blah: I’ve stalled on writing a post... →
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I’ve stalled on writing a post about India long enough. The realization came that I probably never will be able to write one summary of a trip like this one—because it was one that changed my life. How did it change your life? Well, I’ve simply said that I felt like I went to India with…
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The Workout Connoisseur: Why I Love Ashtanga →
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Want a serious, sweaty workout that covers cardio, strength, and flexibility, AND leaves you feeling completely blissed out? Get thee to an Ashtanga class. This style of yoga follows a sequence that begins with a flowing warmup, progresses through challenging standing postures and balances, and…
many reasons to LOVE the practice - ! awesome DVD recommendation,...
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Mysore musing
coffeeandyoga:
Today’s Mysore was better for 3 reasons.
1. It was my 2nd time this week.
2. This sequence is becoming familiar again.
3. Slowing down the practice is really bringing me back towards myself.
Mysore style is the unique, traditional form of practicing Ashtanga Yoga. Always good to see people trying it out, staying consistent and being unafraid to slow it down and BE PRESENT in...
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girl about town: so! true! →
lizroselo:
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The Benefits of an Ashtanga Yoga Practice
According to the Ashtanga yoga tradition of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, practitioners are “supposed” to practice asana six days a week. Jois, also known as “Guruji” designated Saturday as the day of rest, since Saturday corresponds with bath day in India….
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Spontaneous Photo Shoot!
lifeismyantidrug:
Zachary and I were on the train home tonight and decided to take some photos and videos! Check em:
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