When you decide to choose a yoga studio, you’ll likely have tons of questions and absolutely no idea where to begin. There is no shame in it; we all start somewhere. I may not know how to fix your car or help you to solve your son’s algebra problem, but when it comes to choosing […]
You’ve gotten through your first trimester and are in the second stretch of your pregnancy. Now that your body has started changing, you may be wondering what the best yoga poses for the second trimester are. Doing yoga during pregnancy can be very beneficial. Yet, many women skip or tune down their practice in the […]
Coming to a public class at a yoga studio can, at times, be intimidating and stressful. Especially for beginners who’ve never been to a yoga class before. “What should I wear?” “Should I bring a water bottle?” “What do I do with my phone?” “Should I keep my socks on?” These may be a few […]
As far as gift giving is concerned, I’m all about either something that the person wants or likes or will definitely make use of. I believe that both my nomadic lifestyle and the aparigraha principle of yoga philosophy are to blame for that. Christmas is around the corner, as well as last-minute Christmas gift shopping […]
Pregnancy and the postpartum period are transformative stages in a woman’s life, and practicing yoga during this time can bring numerous benefits. One way to enhance and support your prenatal and postnatal yoga practice is by using different props and tools. So, let’s explore the advantages of using props during these stages as well as […]
The Internet is a noisy place, and pregnancy advice can be confusing. You often see suggestions to categorically avoid ab work and yoga poses that aim to strengthen the core becaus You’ve gotten through your first trimester and are in the second stretch of your pregnancy. Now that your body has started changing, you may […]
You probably already know that a good-quality mat can make a massive difference to your yoga practice. However, there are a lot more props that you can use to deepen your practice, and bolsters are one of them. A good yoga bolster can be especially beneficial in Restorative and Yin Practice, as well as in […]
Opinions on what women should and shouldn’t do during pregnancy vary across different cultures. Some insist on moms-to-be slowing down and pretty much spending most of their pregnancy in bed. Others encourage them to stay active. If you’re confused, my future mommas, rest assured. It’s been scientifically proven that, if you and your baby are […]
You know that yoga is good for your body and mind, and you like what it does to your body and how it makes you feel. However, for one reason or another, you’ve decided that you’d like to start a home yoga practice and continue your yoga journey at home. All by yourself. While it […]
When I first decided to start practicing yoga at home, I lived in Madrid, Spain. That was years ago, and the yoga scene there was in a budding stage. So, there weren’t many classes or props to choose from. I scouted the entire neighborhood for the best yoga mat, and only the local dollar store […]
There are many wonderful things about pregnancy. For starters, our bodies grow a completely new little human. However, what’s not nearly as wonderful are all the pains, aches, and discomfort that we experience along the way. But don’t worry. You’re in good company and most definitely not alone. Lower back pain during pregnancy is one […]
Yoga during pregnancy can be extremely beneficial, and if everything is developing fine, it’s also safe. During the first trimester, you should be able to continue practicing as normal, as many yoga poses are suitable for the first trimester. That is given that you are feeling fine and your pregnancy is developing with no complications. […]
During my first pregnancy, my husband asked me what I wanted for Christmas. I don’t recall what exactly I said, but it was something baby-related. He responded to that: “No, no, that’s something for the baby. What do YOU want?” And, to be honest, he was actually so right. Often, it’s easy to get a future […]
With over 5,000 years of history, yoga is a versatile discipline. There are multiple types of yoga, and as it keeps evolving, so is the physical practice. Every teacher adds their own twist to it, and studios may brand their own variety. Basically, saying, “I practice yoga,” is like saying, “I eat food.” Oh yeah? […]
