Sit Bones

Definition: Anatomically part of your pelvis (the ischial tuberosity, to be exact), the sit bones are quite literally the bones under the flesh of the butt that you sit on. Also Known As: Sitting Bones, Sits Bones, Sitz Bones

Marichi's Pose – Marichyasana

Type of Pose: Forward Bend Benefits: Stretches the shoulders, spine, and hamstrings Instructions: 1. From staff pose – danadasana, bend your right knee and place the sole of your right foot close your your right buttock. 2. Keep the left leg extended and engaged with the foot flexed. 3. Hug your right knee towards your […]

Inversions During My Period?

Question: Should I Avoid Yoga Inversions During My Period? Answer: Depending on which school of yoga one follows, there are a range of opinions about whether one should do inverted poses such as Shoulderstand, Headstand, and Handstand while menstruating. On one end of the spectrum are people who say you do not need to change […]

Side Angle Pose Variations

If you are very comfortable in the bind, you can try to move into bird of paradise pose. Keeping your hands bound behind your back throughout, step the back foot forward so that is next to the front foot. If this is enough, stay here in a forward fold. To move on, come up to […]

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