A photo posted by Manduka (@mandukayoga) on May 30, 2015 at 1:07pm PDT //platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js There are a million ways to see your body when you look in the mirror. For me, most of my life, the train of thought has always been how can I lose weight? Being surrounded by a culture of celebrities at size 4 doesn’t help when you’re a size 14. Being single and on the dating circuit can add to the pressures of having the perfect physique. The … [Read more...] about Yoga’s Lessons on Loving Your Body
Yoga for Seniors
Whether you’ve been having trouble sleeping, your range of motion simply isn’t what it used to be, or you’re interested in deepening your spirituality and inner strength, it’s never too late to better your life. Become a happier, healthier version of yourself today by taking up a new pastime: yoga! First off, don’t get worried about the hype. Yoga is a discipline that anyone can get into—your age doesn’t matter and you will not be judged for how close you can come to touching your toes. With the … [Read more...] about Yoga for Seniors
Meditate to Reset and Relax
A photo posted by Brian (@dailycupofyoga) on Jun 13, 2015 at 5:18am PDT //platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js There is a growing meditation movement happening around the world. Meditation is mainstream and no longer on the fringe. Hip-hop moguls are writing books about it, movie stars blog about it, the yoga studios are packing in stretched bodies with quiet minds. There is a long list of Western spiritual gurus spreading the word too. Balance is the word and meditation is the way to get … [Read more...] about Meditate to Reset and Relax
Bliss is Not an Attitude
For me the reality of bliss within is not just a nice, fanciful New Age idea. It is not a mood, or an attitude of happiness. Bliss is a way of being in the world, and can be established as an achievement from meditation and one’s own personal development. Inversely, trying to create happiness on a surface level is not sustainable and can even create strain, especially if one actually feels bad, but is pretending to be happy. Trying to be happy or positive can foster an insincere and … [Read more...] about Bliss is Not an Attitude
6 Tips for Teaching Your First Yoga Class
Teaching your first yoga class can be intimidating. The prospect of it might cause you to totally stress out, pile on the pressure, and arrive to teach a nervous wreck. While those feelings are completely understandable, follow these six tips to relax and enjoy preparing for and teaching your very first yoga class. 1. Know Your Audience Every yoga instructor’s first time teaching is different. You may have scored your first gig at a gym, studio, community center, workplace, or school. How you … [Read more...] about 6 Tips for Teaching Your First Yoga Class
What’s the best way to break in a new yoga mat?
Practice on it every day... From left to right, here's what I'm practicing on lately: Aurorae Classic Yoga Mat - 6mm, 3lbs, 24" x 72" Jade Yoga Harmony Professional Yoga Mat - 5mm, 4.5lbs, 24" x 68" Hugger Mugger Tapas Original Yoga Mat - 3mm, 2.5lbs, 24" x 68" Magic Carpet Sapphire Deco Yoga Mat - 6mm, 3.5lbs, 24" x 70" Manduka Black Mat Pro Standard - 6mm, 7lbs, 26" x 71" A photo posted by Brian (@dailycupofyoga) on Apr 30, 2015 at 6:23am … [Read more...] about What’s the best way to break in a new yoga mat?
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