Asana

Transitioning into and out of Bhujapidasana and Supta Kurmasana

transitioning Bhujapidasana

David Robson and Jelena Vesic are just the best teachers to work with when it comes to any of the dynamic movements in Ashtanga Yoga. In this workshop video David and I use Jelena’s amazing talent to demonstrate what you are aiming for as well as breaking down the movements into manageable pieces. I must admit even the singular action of a lower trajectory jump demonstrated in the video makes such a difference. Watch, digest and have a go 🙂

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Nakrasana Posture – Ashtanga Yoga

Nakrasana with Stu

Nakrasana is one of those bizarre postures that crop up now and again in Ashtanga. I always loved it right from the word go because of the playful element and the chance to build strength. In this video I give you some tips to help bring your inner crocodile to life.

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Softening The Low Back

softening the low back with Stu

Low back ache is suffered by so many people and as a yoga student it can often make you feel vulnerable or uncomfortable. Depending on the underlying cause of the discomfort these few postures may help you on your way to finding more space and softness.

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Lotus Posture (Padmasana) for Beginners

Lotus Posture Joey Miles

The iconic posture that so many students feel is the essence of being a yogi. Of course it isn’t it is just another posture, and not being able to do it won’t slow your journey to enlightenment. However if you can do it you can enjoy a comfy meditation seat. Luckily Joey Miles has some useful tips.

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Chest Opening with Yoga Style Exercises

Chest Opening with Stu

It is such a common postural pattern nowadays for people to shorten the front of their body by bringing their shoulders or head forward. This can lead to neck pain, head aches and even back pain as well as reduce the quality of your breathing. Here are some simple exercises with minimal equipment that will help ease your body back to a more neutral state.

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Opening The Shoulders In Flexion

Shoulder Flexion Opener

Many students find their elbow go out when they are in Warrior I, Upward Facing Wheel, Downdog and many more. Here is a shoulder opener that will help you improve this type of shoulder mobility.

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