general blather

Stairstep setup for pranayama

We learn Pranayama practices first while reclining and then later, maybe even years later, practice while sitting. This is one reason asana practice is key to pranayama - it makes you strong enough to be able to keep a steady seat for pranayama and the subsequent meditative yoga practices. (Asana means 'seat'.) The stairstep arrangement… Continue reading Stairstep setup for pranayama

nuts and bolts, props

Setting up your home yoga space

It's not always possible to have a dedicated yoga space. If you can do it, though, great! It might be a hallway, or a corner of your bedroom. Even in a limited space, try to keep your mat visible as a reminder that you're trying for daily practice. Freddie has no respect for the yoga… Continue reading Setting up your home yoga space