Yin yoga is a slow paced practice based on the Taoist concept of Yin and Yang, opposing forces in nature which are complementary. It is about finding balance in our practice, being able to step back, let go and go slow. Incorporating principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the yoga poses are held passively forContinue reading “History of Yin Yoga”
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Online vs Studio
Is it really a case of one being better than the other? This isn’t your regular pros and cons of online vs studio classes. Covid-19 saw the rise of many online fitness classes, and that included yoga of course. Till today, online yoga classes continue to be a thing. We’ve heard many people say “OhContinue reading “Online vs Studio”
Choosing a Yoga Mat
Traditionally, Indian yogis would practice on bare earth or cotton rugs. Yoga mats are actually a recent invention with yoga studios providing mats to cushion and protect your joints. They also offer some friction to prevent slipping, making your practice more comfortable. With the threat of Covid-19, most studios now recommend that members bring theirContinue reading “Choosing a Yoga Mat”
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