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21-day Yoga Challenge, Oct 8-28, 2012

I am pleased to announce the next 21-day Yoga Challenge program. The past programs have been very well received by all the participants. For most of them, it has been truly a life-transforming experience. I invite you to join me on this exciting and deeply rewarding 21-day yoga journey. Here are the particulars:

When: Monday, […]

21-day Yoga Challenge, August 5-26, 2012

I am pleased to announce the next 21-day Yoga Challenge program. The past programs have been very well received by all the participants. For most of them, it has been truly a life-transforming experience. I invite you to join me on this exciting and deeply rewarding 21-day yoga journey. Here are the particulars:

When: Sunday, […]

Bakasana (Crane Pose) – build strength in wrists, arms and core

The word "baka" means a crane in Sanskrit – hence the name "Crane Pose". In some texts, you may find the word ‘bakasana’ ( बकासन) wrongly translated as "Crow Pose". The word for crow in Sanskrit is "kaka" so the Sanskrit word for "crow pose" would be "Kakasana".

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Naadi Shuddhi (Alternate Nostril Breathing) with Breath Retention

In the past, I have written about the concept of kumbhaka (breath retention). I also described a few of the pranayama techniques that involve the practice of kumbhaka. In today’s post I will discuss kumbhaka as part of one of most commonly practiced pranayama techniques – alternate nostril breathing (Naadi Shuddhi or Anuloma […]

Let’s Connect over Social Media

Social media and social networking have become a powerful means for connecting and interacting with each other. I have so far paid scant attention to this powerful medium. However, in recent months many of my students have suggested that I become more involved with social networks like Facebook and Linkedin. This will help me […]

Utthita Hasta Padangushthasana (Extended hand to big toe pose)

Utthita Hasta Padangushthasana ( उत्थितहस्तपादाङ्गुश्ठासन) (Extended hand to big toe pose) is an intermediate level one-leg balancing pose. Like most other standing balancing poses, it develops strength in the legs, focus, concentration, balance and stability.

Step-by-step Begin by coming to a standing posture on the mat. […]

21 days to Transformation

I am pleased to announce the next 21-day Yoga Challenge program. The past programs have been very well received by all the participants. For most of them, it has been truly a life-transforming experience. I invite you to join me on this exciting and deeply rewarding 21-day yoga journey. Here are the particulars:

When: Monday, […]

Pranayama/Meditation Intensive, April 25-May 6, 2012

I am pleased to announce the next pranayama/meditation intensive:

12-day Pranayama/Meditation Intensive

Come and join me for this life-transforming experience where you will learn two of the most important aspects of a complete, integrated yoga practice – pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation. In this program I will introduce you to many of the breathing techniques […]

Trataka (Candle Gazing) Cleansing Technique

Trataka (त्राटक) is one of the six cleansing techniques mentioned in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the classical text on the practices of Hatha Yoga. The six techniques are: Neti (nasal cleansing), Basti (yogic enema), Dhauti (digestive tract and intestinal cleansing), Kapalabhati (breathing technique involving forced, short bursts of exhalation), Nauli (abdominal churning) and […]

21-day Yoga Challenge, March 5-25, 2012

The next 21-day yoga challenge is scheduled for March 5-25, 2012. Join me for this exciting yoga journey that will bring about a positive transformation in your life. Whether you are brand new to yoga or are a seasoned practitioner, this program will bring the discipline in your life that you can sustain for the […]