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On Tending a Good Environment for Practice

It took me years to fully grasp the significance of this idea: After all, the point of yoga is to create inner equanimity of the mind, precisely so one can accept life as it truly is, rather than resist the world and/or seek control of it. Yet, the longer I practice and grow, the more important it is to me to ensure a healthy, beautiful environment, conducive to practice. In

What is Yin Yoga, and Why Do It?

Yin Yoga is a slower, more passive form of yoga that leads to deep physical and mental opening. The focus is on gradually stretching to release connective tissue around the joints, especially in the knees, pelvis, sacrum, and spine. This approach requires slowing down, so the mental aspect of Yin Yoga is also at the forefront. It helps develop patience and body-awareness. Unlike most yoga practices that involve movement between

Sitz Bones & the Art of Sitting

In almost any yoga class, at some point in seated positions, you will be asked to sit up on your Sitz Bones. For most new yoga students, this creates a raised eyebrow: What the heck are those, and why do we need such precise directions just to sit, anyway? Your Sitz Bones (also commonly referred to as “sitting bones,” “sit bones,” or sometimes “buttocks bones”) refer to the very bottom

New to Yoga? No worries!

“Eeek! I am new to yoga. What can I expect at my first class or private session?” We do gentle yoga, which focuses on stretching, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques. Most of the class time is spent stretching; these are the specific yoga postures (or “asanas,” pronounced “AHH—sah—nahs”) that most people imagine when they hear the word “yoga.” We start with easy poses, and you are guided through each one.