Yoga Cues I Don’t Use Anymore (And Why I Ditched Them)

Apr 29, 2025

Whether you're a yoga teacher or a student, chances are you've heard, or said, something like, “I’m here to guide you through your practice,” or “Thank you for letting me guide you today.” It’s a lovely sentiment, and a good reminder that teaching yoga is more about offering direction than barking o...

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3 Mistakes You Are Making in Pincha (and How to Fix Them!)

Apr 15, 2025

Ah, Pincha Mayurasana (forearm stand): the dream inversion that makes you feel like a majestic, floating peacock...or a flailing fish, depending on the day!

In Sanskrit, Pincha Mayurasana translates to "feathered peacock," symbolizing grace and control. But if your peacock currently looks more like...

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Why Alignment Matters in Yoga

Apr 01, 2025

In recent years, there's been a lot of debate about alignment in yoga: how important it is, what it really means, and whether you’re doomed to yogi exile if your Downward Facing Dog isn’t Instagram-perfect.

You’ve seen those impeccable poses on social media and, if you're a regular human, you might...

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3 Reasons Why You’re Not Flying Your Arm Balances

Mar 20, 2025

If you’ve been pouring your heart and sweat into learning arm balances, but they still feel like an unsolved mystery, I hear you! The good news? Your struggle has nothing to do with strength, flexibility, or any other story you’re telling yourself. Instead, it comes down to three key elements, and o...

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Balance Your Fallen Angel: A Pose Breakdown

Feb 19, 2025

Every time I practice Fallen Angel (in Sanskrit, Devaduuta Panna Asana), someone inevitably says, “That looks so pretty!” And honestly? I totally agree.

This asana literally represents an angel fallen from the sky, and because it looks so elegant, it’s a reminder that grace isn’t just for the good ...

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"Can You Go Deeper?" (And What That Actually Means in Yoga)

Feb 05, 2025

Ah, the classic yoga moment: you’re holding Warrior II, those 30 seconds somehow stretching into what feels like 30 minutes, when the teacher drops the question: “Can you go deeper?”

At first, you think, "Sure!" and sink lower into the pose, only to feel discomfort. Is that what "deeper" is suppose...

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3 Tips to Avoid Lower Back Pain on The Mat

Jan 30, 2025

Yoga is your BFF when you need a ‘pick-me-up', to de-stress, or just feel good! It is one of the best forms of movement and is often recommended to improve back pain by increasing mobility and strength! So why is that, sometimes, it can feel like that same BFF stabbed you in the back when, the next ...

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Say Goodbye to The Wall: 3 Tips For Freestanding Inversions

Dec 26, 2024

When you’re starting your inversion journey, the wall feels like your best yoga buddy: it catches you when you fall, gives you time to reset, and helps you piece together the puzzle of balance.

But as your consistency pays off (read more on staying consistent), it’s time to ditch those training whe...

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Why You Can’t Bind Your Arms in Yoga (Spoiler Alert: It’s Not Your Arm Length!)

Dec 10, 2024

You’re happily flowing on the mat, gliding through poses, and then the sequence lands you in Utthita Parsvakonasana (extended side angle pose). One arm reaches overhead, the other rests on your thigh, and everything feels just right.

Until the teacher cues: “You can stay here, or you can go for a bi...

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Downward Facing Dog: Is It Really a Resting Pose?

Nov 11, 2024

If you've ever practiced yoga, you’ve definitely done Downward Facing Dog, probably more times than you can count! Adho Mukha Svanasana is possibly the most recognizable yoga asana but, despite its fame, it can be often misunderstood. It’s frequently offered by teachers as a “resting pose,” and if y...

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