This advanced variation of the spinal twist, spinal twist in lotus, is a good variation for those who are able to do the seated lotus comfortably. This variation can be added to your yoga routine, or just watched for inspiration.…
The side crow (or crane) is a variation of the crow that is especially good for building up strength in the arms and shoulders, and flexibility and strength in the wrists. It also increases balance. Please be careful of the…
This short 22 minute class contains a few rounds of sun salutations for a warm-up, and then all inversions, in which the head is lower than the heart. Postures included are headstand, shoulderstand, plow, bridge, fish, and standing forward bend.…
A short demonstration of the classic yoga tree posture, showing different placements for the foot. For practitioners at all levels. Demonstrated by Jan. Camera: Nanda. Speaker: Sita. For more english yoga videos, music, blog posts, etc., please visit our english…
If you would like to improve your yoga locust posture, also called salabasana, this is the video for you. Narayani gives us a few tips and tricks for how to improve your technique - she explains different arm, hand and…
Yoga Therapy adapts the process of yoga to the needs of people with specific or persistent health problems not usually addressed in a group class. In this video, watch as sound therapy is used along with the seated forward bend…
This video demonstrated the classical yoga peacock posture, mayurasana. It has many benefits, including building strength in the wrists, arms, shoulders and back, and it also increases the digestive fire. According to the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the peacock is considered…
This intermediate warrior sequence can be added into any yoga class for building extra strength and flexibility. The sequence includes basic warrior, warrior with standing cobra, and warrior with arms over the head for an extra shoulder stretch. Demonstrated by…
Swami Bodhichitananda demonstrates the 39 energization exercises from the Kriya Yoga lineage of Paramahansa Yogananda. He also gives a nice introduction into the techniques, as well as helpful anecdotes along the way. Demonstrated by Swami Bodhichitananda http://www.himalayanyogis.org/ashram.htm . Camera: Ravidas.…
This video demonstrates two intermediate level variations of the classical single leg seated forward bend. Sitting in half-lotus, first wrap one arm behind your back and hold onto the opposite foot before coming down. Another variation is to hold your…
This 15 minute short yoga class is done with all standing postures. It is a beginner to advanced beginner level class, but it assumes you know a little bit about yoga. Class includes 3 rounds of sun salutations, standing forward…
The yoga boat is an excellent posture for strengthening the back in a more gentle way. Variations are shown on the same side of the body, on opposite sides of the body, and by lifting the arms and legs at…