Fun fact: There are 26 bones, 33 joints, 20 muscles and more than 100 tendons and ligaments in each foot which work together to provide support, balance and mobility. Who would have thought ? Flat foot is the term used when the arch of the feet are collapsed and sole Read more
For many, the word yoga is synonymous with the phycial asana practice. But yoga is more than just headstands, handstands, downward dogs and complicated twists and bends of the body. The word Yoga means ‘Union’ and stands for the union of the body, mind and the soul. Yoga is more Read more
Bhujangasan is one of the most widely used yogic back bends. Like any other posture or physical exercise, Bhujangasana can cause lower back problems when done incorrectly. We had done a comprehensive write up on Cobra pose earlier this year. You can find it here. Below are four Read more
Many women suffer from pain, muscle cramps, bloating or general weakness in the body during their monthly cycle. For many others, it is another normal day. Hormonal imbalances during this time can cause emotional distress, anger, depression or anxiety. Even in these modern times, women are uncomfortable to talk about Read more
Please join me for a themed yoga session at the park on the 27th of September 2017. This is a free event and is open to everyone. We live in a fast paced environment filled with stress and anxiety, and are constantly on the run. It is so easy Read more
A mixed level class has beginners, intermediate and advanced students and the instructor tries to incorporate something challenging and interesting for everyone.For a beginner yoga student, it can be daunting to join a class full of yogis who ease into the posture while the teacher speaks Sanskrit names and gives Read more
As part of our classical suryanamaskar practice, we transition from downward facing dog to half plank. This is great for building upper body strength, especially if you are a beginner. For many, full plank and Chaturanga are inaccessible initially due to lack of strength or form. Once you build strength Read more
Many beginner students of yoga experience knee pain while performing standing postures; particularly when the knees are bent. This is prevalent in postures like Warrior 1 and 2 (lunges for the common man). Causes for the knee pain are many : previous injuries, hyperextension of the knee, weak quads/thigh muscles Read more
Downward facing dog is a strength building pose for beginners. As you progress in your asana practice, it becomes a resting pose between vinyasas. Give a lot of importance to your hand placement in downward facing dog to prevent injury and strengthen the muscles. Find below a go to guide Read more
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), cardiovascular disease causes 30% of the deaths in the UAE, being the top killer in the country. Many factors come into play here, such as, high blood pressure, obesity, a sedentary lifestyle and high cholesterol, to name a few. Prevention is always better Read more