Asana in Focus: Garudasana (Eagle) Pose

by | Jul 7, 2020 | Asana in Focus

Eagle pose, or Garudasana (pronounced gah-rue-dahs-anna), requires a combination of balance, strength, and flexibility. Providing a great stretch for your shoulders, upper back, and legs, garudasana creates space in your body physically and mentally cultivates focus...
Asana in Focus: Anjaneyasana (Low Lunge) Pose

Asana in Focus: Anjaneyasana (Low Lunge) Pose

by | Jul 7, 2020 | Asana in Focus

Anjaneyasana (pronounced Ahn-jah-nay-ahs-uh-nuh), also known as low lunge or monkey lunge, stretches the hips, gluteus and quadricep muscles and improves balance and concentration.  🌟 Sanskrit Anjaneya: Lord Hanuman, believed in Hindu culture to be an...
Asana in Focus: Vrksasana (Tree) Pose

Asana in Focus: Vrksasana (Tree) Pose

by | Jul 7, 2020 | Asana in Focus

One of my favourite asanas when I want to feel grounded. Vrksasana (pronounced vrik-shas-uh-nah) or Tree pose is a balancing asana. Resembling a tree standing tall and strong, tree pose stretches the inner thighs, groin and shoulders while simultaneously strengthening...
Asana in Focus: Ustrasana (Camel) Pose

Asana in Focus: Ustrasana (Camel) Pose

by | Jul 7, 2020 | Asana in Focus

Ustrasana (Camel Pose) Ustrasana (pronounced oosh-trahs-anna) is a back bending asana that is stimulating and invigorating due to the way it expands the chest and encourages deep breathing. 🌟 Sanskrit Ustra – camelAsana – seat/ pose 🌟 Philosophy &...