Yoga, an ancient practice that originated in India over 5000 years ago, intertwines physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation, promoting health and spiritual growth. Among the myriad of poses, or asanas, in yoga, many carry names rooted in Hindu mythology, nature, and human anatomy. Surprisingly, a significant number of these poses also echo the warrior ethos, reflecting themes of strength, balance, and resilience. Here, we delve into how these warrior-themed yoga poses embody the … [Read more...] about The Warrior’s Path: Exploring the Intersection of Yoga and the Martial Spirit
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Less Yoga Pop, More Yoga Culture: Yoga and Visual Culture Symposium Lectures
If you’re looking for a little less yoga pop and a little more yoga culture, the Freer and Sackler Youtube page has some lectures up from the Yoga and Visual Culture symposium held in November 2013. H/T to The Confluence Countdown … [Read more...] about Less Yoga Pop, More Yoga Culture: Yoga and Visual Culture Symposium Lectures
Third Installment of the Overly Brief and Incomplete History of Yoga
Thanks for keeping the updates coming Alison! Click the graphic for full-size PDF. To compare this flowchart with the first two, click here and here. … [Read more...] about Third Installment of the Overly Brief and Incomplete History of Yoga
R. Sharath on Yoga Tradition
[vodpod id=Video.3186063&w=425&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] [vodpod id=Video.3186064&w=425&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] … [Read more...] about R. Sharath on Yoga Tradition
Ashtanga Yoga Links
It's a quick post today, but if you're looking for some new yoga websites to check out, Slade's Ashtanga Yoga Links has links to hundreds of sites to browse through. There's also a nice compilation of ashtanga yoga books and ashtanga yoga videos if you're looking for some new inspiration. [Photo originally uploaded on Flickr by Yadupati] … [Read more...] about Ashtanga Yoga Links
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