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Why are Standing Poses taught first in Iyengar Yoga?

Why are Standing Poses taught first in Iyengar Yoga?
Asanas are not created out of the blue. They came into existence as a methodical approach to living and are classified systematically. This systematic classification is based on the anatomical structure and function of the body and a sequential progression of movement. Throughout most of our waking hours we stand (or worse sit) on our…
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Flexible or Stiff – Yoga is for You!

Yoga is for all body types - whether you are "tight and stiff" or "bendy and flexible". It's a fairly common misconception that you need to be flexible to do yoga. A lot of people hesitate to go to a yoga class because they can't touch their toes without bending their knees. But Yoga is…
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Simple Restorative Pose to boost your Immune System

Simple Restorative Pose to boost your Immune System
This simple restorative pose which most people will be able to do, is a great chest opener, brings the relaxation response, boosts the immune system and relieves nasal/chest congestion. You need - 2 Cork/Wooden Yoga Blocks (if you don't have yoga blocks, you can use books or even regular house bricks) Yoga mat or blanket…
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Preparation for Headstand

An important component of upper body strength for inversions is the group of muscles that support the shoulder blade. As you move your arm into various positions to bear weight on it, the shoulder girdle (as the muscles that support the shoulder blade are called) must have the strength to support and hold each position.…
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