Yoga pose Archives - do yoga! with deb

Janu Sirsasana

Last term we worked on grounding postures including ones which had lots of earth contact and ones that worked especially in the pelvis area. Hopefully this work gave an experience of feeling supported, having strong ground beneath us and goodContinue reading “Janu Sirsasana”

Janu Sirsasana – learn the benefits

Chill Out with the Cooling Breath

Yoga breathing practices aren’t just for relaxation and helping us to feel calm… You can literally alter the temperature of your body so that you feel a little more chilled – try it for yourself – it’s easy and may helpContinue reading “Chill Out with the Cooling Breath”

Let’s Explore… VAJRASANA

Sit in a kneeling position with the heals rolling outwards and your bottom in the hollow of your feet. Place the hands on the knees, soften the gaze and breath gently through the nose. Vajrasana is useful to stretch outContinue reading “Let’s Explore… VAJRASANA”

Do Yoga Q&A #2

Got a question about yoga? Want to know where to put your arm in Trikonasana? How does Downward Dog help your shoulders? Why do we chant OM? Send me an email and I’ll do my best to explain it forContinue reading “Do Yoga Q&A #2”

Perfect Your Posture… Bhujangasana (cobra pose)

Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) is a foundational yoga backbend that strengthens the spine, improves posture, and opens the chest. Often practised in Sun Salutations, Cobra Pose helps counteract the effects of long hours sitting and gently builds confidence in backbending. InContinue reading “Perfect Your Posture… Bhujangasana (cobra pose)”

A 5 Minute Pause

Taking a pause for a few moments in Child’s Pose – Shashankasana – can help to release tension in the back and neck and quiet the mind. It’s a bit like being a tortoise, withdrawing into your shell. To takeContinue reading “A 5 Minute Pause”

VAJRAPRADAMA MUDRA

In class this term we are shining a light on the often overlooked workhorse of the body – the digestive system. This mudra (hand gesture or seal) is the ‘gesture of unshakable trust’ – we hold it in front of theContinue reading “VAJRAPRADAMA MUDRA”

Cactus Pose – To improve Posture and Strengthen the Back

This pose is an easy way to strengthen your back – you can do it standing in a wide leg stance as I’m doing or Tadasana (two leg standing). If you need a break from your work at aContinue reading “Cactus Pose – To improve Posture and Strengthen the Back”