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Most Effective Shoulder Opening Yoga Poses
October 5, 2017

Most Effective Shoulder Opening Yoga Poses

The Best Shoulder Openers Tight shoulders? Learn the most effective shoulder opening yoga poses for all level students. These are useful for everyone and can be practiced by any one. There are a few levels of intensity you can choose from. These poses are great for anyone that sits in front of a desk, drives [...]
Can I do Yoga Asana instead of Meditation?
October 4, 2017

Can I do Yoga Asana instead of Meditation?

Asana instead of Meditation? Can the physical practice of yoga be a substitute for seated meditation? Is it the same? Do you need to meditate? In the video below Doron talks about mindfulness, meditation, asana practice, and what each of them serves. Some of the purposes overlap, but they are not the same.   "Can [...]
Drsti – The Yogic Gaze
October 4, 2017

Drsti – The Yogic Gaze

Drsti The practice of Drsti, or yogic gaze, is one of the three pillars of Tristana, and is used to help us practice both focus and stability. It leads us to the concentration needed to keep us balanced and helps control the tendency to wander around following our senses. Drsti is a perfect aid in [...]
Cappuccino Pose Balancing Hip Opener
September 6, 2017

Cappuccino Pose Balancing Hip Opener

The Smoothest Hip Opener Cappuccino Pose is an awesome balancing hip opener. It builds strength, stretches the hips and improves focus and leg power. This pose prepares for arm balances and advanced poses It’s also great preparation for the Eka Pada Galavasana , which is a more advanced arm balancing pose.   Cappucino Pose Balancing [...]
Tristana – The 3 Pillars of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
August 27, 2017

Tristana – The 3 Pillars of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga

The Three Pillars of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Tristana is the foundation of the practice of ashtanga yoga. As such, it is a tool to help cultivate the ultimate presence of mind, focus, and stability. Tristana consists of three parts: Ujjayi breath (victorious breath), the bandhas (energy locks), and drsti (yogic gaze). These three tools transform [...]
Warrior Transitions the Zen Way
July 3, 2017

Warrior Transitions the Zen Way

Zen Warrior Transitions Warrior transitions -- from Warrior One to Warrior Two -- are usually about hips and knees. Here I focus on the drsti (gaze), the mind, concentration. The balance of power and softness. How to move the energy and yet stay calm and relaxed. Warrior transitions the Zen way.         [...]
How to Do Galavasana Ashtanga Vinyasa Arm Balance
April 28, 2017

How to Do Galavasana Ashtanga Vinyasa Arm Balance

Galavasana Ashtanga Vinyasa Arm Balance Galavasana - flying pigeon pose - is a fun arm balance from the ashtanga yoga series. Here Doron explains how to do this yoga pose from standing rather than from a headstand. This pose requires open hips and some strength but is totally possible, especially after you see this video. [...]
Yoga for Asthma: How Yoga Can Help You Breathe Better
March 24, 2017

Yoga for Asthma: How Yoga Can Help You Breathe Better

The Practice Learning to use tools of yoga for asthma changed my life. The practices that helped me can help anyone breathe better, even those who don’t have asthma. Asthma can be triggered for different reasons, and different things will help different people, but some basic yoga practices are ideal if you want to breathe better. [...]