For some people, certain poses are anger-inducing in yoga. For me, it's this one.
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Pin it! How to do forearm stand. Click to enlarge.
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How to do Forearm Stand
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I get a lot of yoga questions asking for tips on how to do inversions - especially scorpion pose and handstand. In my opinion, the best way to build up to those super advanced poses is to start with the basics. When you feel confident in headstand, move on to forearm stand.
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Pin it! Crescent lunge twist works core, legs and helps to improve flexibility and balance.
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How to do Crescent Lunge Twist
Have you ever tried this pose? It may not look like much, but this is one of those all-purpose poses that tests everything from balance to flexibility to strength.
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Pin it! How to do side plank pose.
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How to Do Side Plank Pose
Spring is coming, friends! So to fire up the core and start toning up, I like to incorporate some planks into my practice. Side plank is something you can do after plank and before chaturanga in your vinyasa. Hold the pose for as long as you can, breathe fully and deeply, and...
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Pin it! How to do Wide legged forward fold
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How to do Wide Legged Forward Fold
One of the most profound things yoga has taught me is that everything in our bodies is connected. For example, if the upper back hurts, it may be due to tight chest muscles. If the low back is in pain, it is often due to tight hamstrings. This was such a huge revelation for me, even though I guess it's pretty obvious. I became a bit more aware of my body, and how certain things I was doing was affecting how I felt. (For example, pay attention to how you sit. I used to always...
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