by laura on November 3, 2008
This arm balance develops tremendous upper body and core strength. It requires balance and mental focus, and prepares your body for more advanced arm balances. Begin in Mountain Pose (Tadasana), with feet hip distance apart. Lower into a deep squat, with your knees pointing straight up towards the ceiling. Reach your torso slightly forward, pressing [...]
by laura on October 3, 2008
This energizing pose brings fresh blood to the brain, helping you to focus and clear your head. It requires strength and flexibility in both the upper and lower body, toning and lengthening your achilles tendons, calves, and hamstrings, while opening through the chest and armpits. It strengthens the wrists, forearms, and triceps, and builds a [...]