As we gracefully navigate the golden years, prioritizing our well-being becomes increasingly essential. One practice that stands out as a gentle yet powerful tool for enhancing physical and mental health is yoga. Tailored to meet the unique needs of seniors, yoga offers a myriad of benefits that contribute to a healthier and more fulfilling life. In this blog, we'll explore the transformative advantages of yoga for seniors. 1. Enhances Flexibility: Yoga is renowned for its ability to improve flexibility, a crucial aspect of maintaining mobility as we age. Gentle stretches and poses in senior-f ..read more

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, carving out time for self-care can feel like a challenge. Yet, committing to a weekly yoga class can be a powerful investment in your overall well-being. In this article, we explore the profound benefits that stem from the regular practice of yoga and why dedicating time to a weekly class can lead to transformative changes in your life. Cultivating Mindfulness: A weekly yoga class serves as a dedicated space to cultivate mindfulness. In the midst of our busy lives, the practice of mindful movement, breath awareness, and meditation allows us to anchor ou ..read more

In the pursuit of physical and mental well-being, yoga has emerged as a holistic practice that integrates body, mind, and spirit. Central to this ancient discipline is the practice of asanas, or physical postures, which are designed to promote physical strength, flexibility, and balance. The quote, "Whatever asana one performs it should not distort the normal or original structure of the anatomical body. Each and every part of the joints and muscles must be kept in their natural shape and form (svarupa)," encapsulates a fundamental principle in yoga—one that emphasizes the preservation of the ..read more

In the fast-paced world we live in, finding moments of stillness and tranquility is essential for our overall well-being. These postures provide a path to profound relaxation, rejuvenation, and healing. In this article, we will explore the key benefits of restorative yoga postures and provide you with a step-by-step guide to experience these benefits in your own practice. Benefits 1. **Deep Relaxation:** Restorative yoga postures can involve the use of props such as blankets, bolsters, and straps to fully support the body in each pose. This allows you the opportunity to release tension and ex ..read more

BKS Iyengar often discussed the importance of developing self awareness and distinguishing it from self consciousness.  First, it’s important to define these two terms. Self awareness is the ability to observe oneself and one’s actions without judgment or criticism. It involves being mindful of our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations in the present moment. Self consciousness, on the other hand, is a state of being overly aware of oneself and one’s appearance or actions in a way that can be self-critical or self-consciousness.  According to Iyengar, self awareness is a crucial ..read more

Yoga is often misconstrued as just a physical practice of contorting your body into different poses. This image of yoga is reinforced by the countless Instagram posts of yogis bending their bodies into impossible shapes or doing handstands on the beach at sunset. However, yoga is much more than just the asana or physical practice – it's a holistic system for achieving balance in your life. The practice of yoga originated in ancient India as a means of achieving spiritual enlightenment. It is a system that includes eight limbs, of which asana or the physical practice of yoga is just one. The ei ..read more

What is So Different About Iyengar Yoga? by Linda DiCarlo Linda teaches beginning to advanced students at the Iyengar Yoga Source in Providence, RI. The art and science of yoga has evolved over the last several decades to appeal to contemporary society. In an effort to keep up with trends, individual teachers have devised a variety of approaches in yoga classes. There is something for everyone: slow, fast, sequential, hot, suspended, musical, silent, eyes opened or closed, disciplined, freedom of movement and the list goes on. All yoga is good as long as no one is getting injured. After all ..read more

Yoga Sequences to Uplift the Spirit It is interesting to study the psychology of yoga poses. Different states of mind can be experienced while in yoga postures (asanas) of various shapes. Hence, you can design a practice to become more calm, joyful, focused, alert, or relaxed. The spine arching, chest opening poses are utilized to relieve depression or uplift the spirit. What is normal posture?  The range of movement during the course of the day typically does not include chest expanding actions, rather the opposite is more likely. The chest houses the physical heart, considered the seat ..read more

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Excerpts from The Tree of Yoga, by B.K.S. Iyengar, The Depth of Asana chapter: "When we start working on the performance of asanas, we all begin by just scratching the surface of the pose: our work on the pose is peripheral and this is known as conative action.  Conative action is simply physical action at its most direct level.  Then, when we are physically doing the pose, all of a sudden the skin, eyes, ears, nose and tongue - all our organs of perception - feel what is happening in the flesh.  This is known as cognitive action. The third stage, which I call com ..read more