Posts Tagged ‘bikram poses’
Ascendant Willpower: Mastering The Ustrasana (Camel Pose)
Arguably, one of the most challenging yet rewarding Bikram Yoga poses is the Ustrasana (camel pose). Demanding a handful of spinal dexterity, this particular pose, once mastered, can open the door to a dreamscape of peace and calm. A vital aspect of mastering this pose lies in recognizing and embracing these powerful emotions. It’s about…
Read MoreExploring the Serenity of Ardha Kurmasana – Half-tortoise Pose
Imagine yourself in the serenity of the “Half-Tortoise Pose” within a 105-degree Bikram Yoga studio. There you are sitting, in a 105-degree yoga studio filled with a dozen other yogis, but somehow, you feel like no one else is in the room with you. You’re in your own private little shell, cut off from the…
Read MoreBold Respite: The Fixed Firm Pose (Supta Vajrasana)
Legend has it that the Supta Vajrasana was a beloved pose of ancient yogis who sought profound introspection and meditation. In the timeless pages of the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the Sanskrit name ‘Supta Vajrasana‘ was crafted. It translates to ‘Reclined Thunderbolt Pose’ (Supta – Reclined, Vajra – Thunderbolt, Asana – Pose). Its name illustrates the…
Read MoreUnleashing Your Inner Archer: The Bow Pose (Dhanurasana)
Picture yourself at an archery range. Bow in hand, you squint at a distant target, as if aiming for the bullseye of life. As you draw the bowstring, you sense the tension building in your muscles, ready to release and propel the arrow forward with a triumphant ‘woosh’! This is precisely what the Bow Pose,…
Read MoreSoar to Serenity with Salabhasana: The Full Locust Pose
In the wonderful world of yoga, each pose is not just a physical exercise. Yoga is s a journey of self-discovery. It’s an exploration of the mind-body connection and profound symbolism that weaves ancient wisdom into modern-day practice. This is especially true when it comes to the Bikram yoga pose, Salabhasana, also known as the…
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