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Bhastrika Pranayama (bellows breath)

If you recall, in the Kapalabhati pranayama, the emphasis is only on exhalation which is forced, short and brisk. The inhalation is passive and natural. During exhalation we also force the belly in toward the spine in a quick movement. In contrast, in the Bhastrika pranayama, both inhalation and exhalation are brisk, forced, short bursts […]

Surya Namaskara with Trikonasana (triangle) and Parivritta Trikonasana (revolving triangle)

Parivritta Trikona (revolving triangle)

In a recent post, I presented the sequence of three rounds of Sun Salutation with the Trikonasana (Triangle pose) integrated into the second round.

In today’s post, in addition to the Triangle pose, we will also integrate the Parshvottanasana (standing side stretch) and the Parivritta Trikonasana (revolving triangle […]

Surya Namaskar with Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)

Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)

If you’ve attended a yoga class with me, you would have noted that Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) is an integral part of the routine that we practice. Typically, we practice three rounds of Surya Namaskar. In the first round, we go through the basic sequence which has the […]

14-day Meditation Intensive, Sept 17-30, 2018

Padmasana (Lotus Pose)

I am pleased to announce the next Meditation Intensive. In this program, I will discuss the basic concepts of meditation and practice several of the concentration (dharana) and meditation (dhyana) techniques. Most of the information that I will be sharing is based on the concepts discussed in Patanjali’s Yoga […]

14-day Pranayama Intensive – New Dates – Aug 13-26, 2018

Vishnu Mudra

Please note the change of dates from the ones previously announced!

I am pleased to announce the next Pranayama intensive. In this program, we will be practicing some of the main pranayama techniques given in our ancient yoga texts. I will also discuss the underlying concepts in the practice of […]

Surya Namaskara with Hanumanasana (Monkey Pose)

Hanumanasana (monkey pose)

If you’ve attended a yoga class with me, you would have noted that Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) is an integral part of the routine that we practice. Typically, we practice three rounds of Surya Namaskar. In the first round, we go through the basic sequence which has the classic […]

Yoga Retreat with Subhash – May 31 – June 3, 2018

Lakulish Ashram 1

I would like to invite you to a yoga retreat in the beautiful rural setting in Mebane, NC. At this retreat you will be able to slow down and experience yourself at a deeper level, nourished and supported by the beauty of natural surroundings. You will be able to deepen your personal […]

14-day Meditation Intensive, May 7-20

Padmasana (Lotus Pose)

I am pleased to announce the next Meditation Intensive. In this program, I will discuss the basic concepts of meditation and practice several of the concentration (dharana) and meditation (dhyana) techniques. Most of the information that I will be sharing is based on the concepts discussed in Patanjali’s Yoga […]

Strengthen the core with leg rotations

The core involves the structures that make up the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex (LPHC) including lumbar spine, pelvic girdle, abdomen, and hip joint. Essentially, the core is the midsection and it involves all the muscles in that area including the front, back and sides. A strong an stable core can help prevent back pain and improve posture. […]

14-day Pranayama Intensive, April 9 – 22

Vishnu Mudra

I am pleased to announce the next Pranayama intensive. In this program, we will be practicing some of the main pranayama techniques given in our ancient yoga texts. I will also discuss the underlying concepts in the practice of pranayama and all the wonderful benefits that the practice can bring […]