YOGA 101

how much should an online yoga class cost?
An Introduction to the Personal Touch in PricingWhen I first began offering online yoga classes, I was faced with the daunting question, “How Much Should...

4 Person Yoga Poses
Introduction to 4 Person Yoga PosesThose practicing yoga often seek a community experience that promotes harmony, trust, and personal peace. Finding your way through 4...

core facts and essence of yoga
Understanding Happiness and Peace through YogaMany people in this world are craving happiness and peace, but it feels often out of reach for many people....

Unalome Meaning – Symbol / Tattoo?
Yogis often get tattoos to represent their commitment to yoga and its philosophy. There are many popular types of tattoos; you may have seen many...

yoga nidra for sleep: unlocking the power of deep sleep
Yoga nidra for sleep | Yoga practice is often associated with effortful yoga postures, sweaty yoga mats, and stretchy pants that cost their weight in...

Wall Yoga Poses & Sequence
Have you ever leaned against a wall to feel its support against your back? Imagine translating that feeling into your yoga practice. Wall yoga, is...

YogaRenew: my review of an online yoga subscription
This is my comprehensive review of this recently discovered platform YogaRenew Streaming. If you ask ten people about their yoga learning sources, you might find...

5 easy yoga poses for back pain
Join us on a journey of Yogasana for back pain relief. We’ll travel down the spine to the region most vulnerable to stress and strain:...

Yoga Motivation: How to Stay Inspired and Energized on Your Mat
As the editor-in-chief of YOGI TIMES, I’ve shared the highs and lows of yoga motivation with countless practitioners, including my own. Trust me, I’ve been...

What are the three disadvantages of Yoga?
The first time I tried yoga was 16 years ago. I remember very well that I was in my sophomore year of high school and...

What is a Yogi? Understanding the definition and meaning
What truly defines a yogi? Beyond asanas and meditation, being a yogi embodies a holistic philosophy of life. This article explores the deeper meaning of...

gentle yoga: 10 restorative poses for renewal
Gentle yoga is a form of Hatha yoga that emphasizes slow, gentle movements, deep breathing, and relaxation. Others describe it as a more accessible and...

Purity of body
The essence of YogaJoin Deepak Chopra M.D, creator of ‘The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga: a Practical Guide to Healing Body, Mind, and Spirit‘ as...

mommy and me yoga: the ultimate guide
Far from just another trend, mommy and me yoga is a transformative experience allowing mothers and their children to bond deeply while engaging in wholesome...

kapotasana: king pigeon
What is Kapotasana?Kapotasana, often called the “Pigeon Pose” in yoga, is a deep backbend offering numerous benefits for the mind and body. This pose, named...

What is Ananda Yoga? Principles, benefits, and practice guide
Spirituality and inner awareness have always been at the heart of yoga, but Ananda Yoga takes this connection deeper. Based in the Kriya Yoga tradition...

Why do Hip Openers release emotions?
Why am I crying for no reason with hip openers posesI’ve seen many people in the global yoga community raise this question: “Why do I...

sitting down with beryl bender birch
Beryl Bender BirchI can remember her classes at the Yoga Journal Conference last April so distinctly. I settled in on my mat patiently along side...

Yoga breathing: Pranayama techniques
Yoga breathing exercises are known as pranayama breathing or pranayam. Pranayama is the control of the inhalation and exhalation processes of breathing. In Sanskrit, prana means...

Bryan Kest Yoga: Poweryoga online
“What is your company’s name?” seems the most straightforward question to start my interview with Bryan Kest, pioneer of Power Yoga Santa Monica and co-founder...