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The Eight Limbs of Yoga: Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi
Yoga Sutra 3.3 “tad eva artha matra nirbhasam svarupa shunyam iva samadhih” Last month we explored the fifth limb: Pratyahara. This month, we move on to the last three limbs: Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi. We bucket the last three limbs together into one,…
The Eight Limbs of Yoga: Pratyahara
Yoga Sutra 2.55 “tatah parama vashyata indriyanam“ Last month we explored the fourth limb: Pranayama. This month, we move on to the fifth limb: Pratyahara. Pratyahara is the action of turning in, and simultaneously mastering the quieting of the mind. By reducing…
The Eight Limbs of Yoga: Pranayama
Yoga Sutra 2.49 “tasmin sati shvasa prashvsayoh gati vichchhedah pranayamah” Last month we explored the third limb: Asana. This month, we move on to the fourth limb: Pranayama. Pranayama is breath work. It is said that engaging in Pranayama allows us to clear…
The Eight Limbs of Yoga: Asana
Yoga Sutra 2.46 “sthira sukham asanam” Last month we explored the second limb: Niyamas. This month, we move on to the third limb: Asana. Asana is the physical practice of yoga. It is said that the reason why we practice each posture, and…
Office Yoga®: The Cold Hard Facts
Ever wondered why Office Yoga® is a key solution for creating workplace happiness? Have you been tasked with figuring out how to keep employees engaged? Are you curious to know more about the long-term benefits of meditation and yoga? You’ve…
Office Yoga® Sun Salutations
Surya Namaskar Office Yoga Sun Salutations Not all Office Yoga® sites have the time or space to get on and off the floor. So how do you accommodate a group of people with these particular limitations and still…
Why do we roll to the right after savasana?
Why Do We Roll to the Right after Savasana? In one of our Office Yoga® sessions, a student asked “Why do we always roll to the right after savasana?” There are many theories as to why we roll to the…
Release for Lower Back & Hips
Office Yoga® Release for Hips & Lower Back TEACHER FEATURE: One of our very own Office Yoga® Instructors, Tierra, teaches you how to do reclined pigeon pose. This is a great release for the hips and lower back, which is…
The Benefits of Balance Poses
Balance poses are great poses to do in Office Yoga® for many reasons. Mainly, they have an immediate positive effect physically and mentally. Physically, balance poses require core strength and full body awareness. The entire body is engaged in a…
Office Yoga® for Busy Moms
“The greatest benefit for me is the convenience of doing Office Yoga® while at work because I am a busy mom at home.” Jasmine, Riverbed. I love this. The convenience of adding movement into the work day is underrated. When…