The simplicity of yoga is one of its most beautiful and appealing aspects. Not a lot of equipment required, right?... Well, a yoga mat isn't necessarily even an absolute necessity, but I think most of us would admit yoga isn't nearly as pleasant without a little sticky mat under our feet and hands. Everything else is pretty much gravy in my book...and boy do I love gravy :) The picture above...definitely me. So yeah, despite having a ton of yoga gear, a constant pet-peeve of mine has … [Read more...] about DCOY Giveaway: The Yoga Mat Tie–A Simple, Yet Brilliant Solution to Sloppy Yoga Mats
Archives for February 2013
Finding Time For “Me”…Is It Possible?
I cherish time alone. Time to be in the quiet and spaciousness of life. Time to stare out the window and wonder what if questions. Time to hear my breath and place my hand on my heart to feel my internal rhythm. Time to create, read, write down ideas, and drink French press coffee. Time to lie on the floor in my bedroom to connect my spine to the earth while listening to the words of Bob Marley or Tori Amos. Time to root through my closet, create outfits, and put on a personal fashion show. Time … [Read more...] about Finding Time For “Me”…Is It Possible?
DCOY Giveaway: Core of the Yoga Sutras by B.K.S. Iyengar
After an illustrious lifetime of expounding yogic wisdom to the eager masses, it only seems fitting that B.K.S. Iyengar, the undisputed heavyweight champion of the modern-day yoga bible, turns his gaze toward yoga's foundational philosophical text, the Yoga Sutras. In Core of the Yoga Sutras, Mr. Iyengar provides unique commentary on Patanjali's 196 aphorisms that only someone with his experience and authority can bring to the work. B.K.S. Iyengar′s insight on the sutras show us how we can … [Read more...] about DCOY Giveaway: Core of the Yoga Sutras by B.K.S. Iyengar
5 Reasons Why You Don’t Need a Yoga Teacher
Samadhi. Nobody can get you there except you. Okay, there may be one exception: Shakti Phat. This is when an ascended master yogi gathers all her—but typically his—spiritual energy to awaken yours. And does. Simply by touching you on the forehead. Shazam! Suddenly you see you are a drop in the ocean, and the ocean is you. Suddenly you see you are infinitesimally small, and also the size of the universe. Suddenly you know we are all made of star stuff. No doubt. No question. This place of … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why You Don’t Need a Yoga Teacher
Inspired Partner Yoga by Briohny Smyth and Dice Iida-Klein
It's been a while since we've posted any good yoga clips on Daily Cup of Yoga, but I just ran across this exceptional demonstration by Briohny Smyth and Dice lida-Klein to kick off last year's launch of yourBuddhi.com. Just had to share it...I thought it was pretty mesmerizing and the music is great as well, so watch and enjoy! By the way, we have some great yoga book giveaways coming up this week, so even if your football team didn't win (or make it to the Super Bowl, which was totally … [Read more...] about Inspired Partner Yoga by Briohny Smyth and Dice Iida-Klein
How to Practice Downward Facing Dog Correctly
One of the most foundational poses to any yoga practice is Downward Facing Dog, or Adho Mukha Svanasana. This posture not only relives lower back pain and sciatic nerve discomfort, but also helps to minimize depression and tightness in the hamstrings. It stretches the body from the fingertips to the heels, opening all the muscles of the spine, neck, shoulders, chest, lats, buttocks, thighs, hamstrings, calves and Achilles tendons. If putting pressure on the wrists does not feel right for you … [Read more...] about How to Practice Downward Facing Dog Correctly
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