The Bhagavad Gita, or “Song of the Lord”, is an ancient Sanskrit text that contains some of the most powerful teachings in the practice of yoga. It is a spiritual… Read More→
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Yoga for a Perfect Posture
Due to sedentary lifestyles and poor habits in daily activities, many Americans tend to have poor posture, exhibiting the traits of kyphosis, an excessively rounded upper spine, and lordosis, an… Read More→
July Giveaway: Oracle Deck & Self-Care Package
We’ve teamed up with our friends at The Guiding Elements for this month’s yoga giveaway sweepstakes prize. For the month of July, one YogaBasics reader will have a chance to win… Read More→
79 Yoga Words and Sanskrit Terms to Know for Class
Namaste. Prana. Vinyasa. Om. Ujjayi. These yogic words are common to most yoga classes, but knowing all of the yoga jargon can be intimidating for beginners. Most yoga instructors guide… Read More→
8 Great Yoga Breathing Techniques for Sleep
It can be a challenge to get the right amount of sleep, especially during a busy school or work week, or in times of stressful life changes. If you want… Read More→
Yoga for Bedtime: 16 Poses for Better Sleep
Do you have trouble falling asleep? Do you wake up in the middle of the night and can’t get back to sleep? Yoga is not just a great way to… Read More→
June Giveaway: Yoga Mat & Home Wipes
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Wipex for this month’s yoga giveaway sweepstakes prize. For the month of June, one YogaBasics reader will have a chance to win a collection… Read More→
Sama Vritti Pranayama (Box Breath or Equal Breathing)
Many Yogis consider the breath to be a powerful and essential part of one’s yoga practice. When a yogi can control their breath, they can control their prana or life force… Read More→
6 Fabulous and Free Morning Guided Meditation Videos
If you have trouble finding energy and enthusiasm in the morning, you can use a guided meditation to wake you up and get you motivated for the day ahead. A… Read More→
How to Start a Morning Meditation Routine
Morning meditation is a great way to start your day off bright and refreshed. But not everyone is a morning person, and many people find it difficult to find the… Read More→
Bedtime Yoga for Beginners: How to Start
A good night’s sleep is crucial for your health, productivity, and overall well-being. Did you know that bedtime yoga can help you get a great night’s sleep and boost your… Read More→
May Giveaway: Aromatherapy Energy Collection
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Aluminate Life for this month’s yoga giveaway sweepstakes prize. For the month of May, one YogaBasics reader will have a chance to win one… Read More→
18 Morning Yoga Stretches and Poses to Start Your Day
There are many reasons to start your day with a morning yoga routine. The morning is a great time to practice yoga poses because it prepares your body and mind… Read More→
32 Inspiring Yoga Quotes on Peace
Most people go to yoga class to improve their flexibility, or to get a better butt. And yet, many yoga instructors encourage students to connect with their inner selves, and… Read More→
Mantra 101: Definition, Types, Benefits and Powers
We typically think yoga is a physical practice that involves various poses and breathing techniques. Did you know that the mindful repetition of a word or sound is also a type of yoga?… Read More→
8 Tips to Maintain a Daily Yoga Routine at Home
While it is easy to practice away from the yoga studio, many people find it difficult to maintain a consistent home yoga practice. When life gets stressful and busy, it… Read More→
April Giveaway: Artletica Yoga Mat
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Artletica for this month’s yoga giveaway sweepstakes prize. For the month of April, one YogaBasics reader will have a chance to win one Artletica… Read More→
Ashtanga Yoga: Definition, Principles, Practices & History
Since the late 1990s, Ashtanga has been considered one of the most popular forms of yoga in the Western world. Ashtanga centers on a vigorous physical practice that includes a… Read More→
Yoga Sutra 1.20: Patanjali’s 5 Keys of Wisdom
Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras is a 2,000-year-old text that is revered by many practitioners and teachers as the definitive guide to yogic philosophy and practice. The Sutras are composed of 196… Read More→
The 5 Warrior Poses of Yoga
In Indian yogic tradition, the five poses of the warriors are called the Virabhadrasana series or the Vira poses. They are all standing poses that are usually sequenced together and… Read More→
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