Understanding Yoga
It is such a challenge in our modern “go get it” world to actually find the time to stop and rest. We are constantly encouraged to be productive and push our limits. For many people, this ‘type A’ energy influences their yoga practice. It is so easy in a yoga class to let competition get in the way of wisdom. You know that moment when you realize that the person next to you is “working it out” and, even though you’re feeling a little tired, you push it so that you don’t seem like a yoga wimp. (more…)
Posted on April 27th, 2008 in Start Your Yoga Practice, Understanding Yoga
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When Anna Dubrovsky first visited India, little did she know that months later she will sell most of her belongings to live full time in India. She had been studying yoga for four years, but still felt like she was missing out on her life. (more…)
Posted on April 3rd, 2008 in Benefits of Yoga, Start Your Yoga Practice, Understanding Yoga
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Jane Tuma is deepening her life on many levels. Her love and commitment to a yoga practice came from her desire to find a solution to her stressful job as a CPA. In an article from YogaChicago resource guide, we learn about Jane Tuma and her journey from CPA to Iyengar Yoga and to Presbyterian minister. (more…)
Posted on March 26th, 2008 in Devotional Yoga, Teaching Yoga, Understanding Yoga
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We have often discussed the benefits of yoga for all walks of life. From children to seniors, working moms to professional athletes, yoga has played an active role in their health goals. But how did a 7-foot-2 giant of a man and basketball player begin to do yoga at the age of 14? (more…)
Posted on March 19th, 2008 in Start Your Yoga Practice, Understanding Yoga, Yoga and Community
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As we explore numerous research materials to bring you interesting and fun information about yoga and a balanced lifestyle, one of the best resources has been the LA Yoga magazine. At the recent SYTAR event, we had the great opportunity to meet with Felicia M. Tomasko, RN at their LA Yoga table. (more…)
Posted on March 14th, 2008 in Start Your Yoga Practice, Understanding Yoga, Yoga and Community
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YogaHub is embarking on a new area of its services to the YogaHub community. As we have spoken of before, one of our goals is to attend conferences with the intent of interviewing teachers, scholars and participants. We were all very excited to be able to make the SYTAR (Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research) conference our first event. (more…)
Posted on March 12th, 2008 in Benefits of Yoga, Understanding Yoga, Yoga and Community
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The Anaheim Convention Center will be the selected site for the summer visit of Swami Ramdev. He will be conducting a five-day yoga camp beginning July 9th thru July 13th. His previous camps have taken place throughout the world including Africa, Britain, the U.S. and Canada.
Swami Ramdev is known for his leadership in providing a clear understanding of the benefits of yoga and Pranayama. (more…)
Posted on February 14th, 2008 in Start Your Yoga Practice, Understanding Yoga, Yoga and Community
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In New Mexico, a naked yoga class takes place in a safe and supportive environment, led by Scott Lehman. Across the nation a number of studios are considering the benefits of doing yoga in the nude. While yoga students are still a bit shy, there are a number of classes that are either co-ed or male only. (more…)
Posted on February 4th, 2008 in Benefits of Yoga, Start Your Yoga Practice, Understanding Yoga
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“I never would have thought 15 years ago that I would have developed a sense of purpose around service the way that I have,” she says. “And it took me many years of yoga and guidance to help direct me into that part of my passion today.”
Seane Corn
This is a quote from the Los Angeles Times article “Seane Corn”A World Beyond Yoga” I think many of us who are experiencing both the physical and spiritual benefits of yoga may be able to relate to this very easily.
It’s safe to say that each of us has at one time or another volunteered for a good cause or charity, but how often have we been inspired to make that act an ongoing effort? And, yes it is not everyone’s calling to make this kind of contribution on a regular basis. (more…)
Posted on January 7th, 2008 in Teaching Yoga, Understanding Yoga, Yoga and Community
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Looking for unique ways to begin your New Year? We have recently updated our calendar with the following events that are sure to clarify and rejuvenate your personal and yoga goals for 2008. (more…)
Posted on December 26th, 2007 in Teaching Yoga, Understanding Yoga, Yoga and Community
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