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Cat Pose Chronicles: Tapping into the Mystical Powers of Agility and Intuition
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Cat Pose Chronicles: Tapping into the Mystical Powers of Agility and Intuition

Introduction – Cat Pose (Marjariasana) Mārjarīāsana is derived from the Sanskrit words Marjari means “Cat” and asana means “Meditative Pose”. While performing this asana, the body resembles a cat. The Ancient yogis after spending countless hours in the wild, developed these postures, identifying qualities that made these animals unique. The cat symbolizes self-confidence, reassurance, independence, curiosity, and mystery. This pose …

Crocodile Pose Chronicles: Connecting with Strength, Patience, and Precision
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Crocodile Pose Chronicles: Connecting with Strength, Patience, and Precision

Makarasana is derived from two Sanskrit words- Makar means “Crocodile” and asana means “Pose”. Makarasana is also known as the Crocodile Pose, which can be practiced for relaxation and to establish diaphragmatic breathing. This pose is considered the best practice for diaphragmatic breathing, which is the key to starting any yogic practice. The crocodile represents precision of motion and agility. …

Downward Dog Demystified: Unveiling Physical and Mental Strength
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Downward Dog Demystified: Unveiling Physical and Mental Strength

Introduction – Downward Dog Yoga Pose The name Adho Mukha Śvānāsana is derived from the words Adho meaning ‘Down’, Mukha meaning ‘Face’, Śvāna meaning ‘Dog’ and asana meaning ‘Meditative Pose’. The Adho Mukha Svanasana is among the most common and widely performed asanas in the yogic world. Performing this pose is a best way to increase flexibility, strength and maintain …

Harnessing the Power of Vātāyanāsana: A Journey to Flexibility and Strength
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Harnessing the Power of Vātāyanāsana: A Journey to Flexibility and Strength

Vatayanasana is derived from two Sanskrit words- Vataya means “Horse” and Asana means “Pose”. This pose resembles the face of a horse. This pose benefits the body- mentally, physically and spiritually.  It targets the upper body, leg muscles, and knee joints and also improves the flexibility of the body. The practice of Vatayanasana improves blood circulation in the hip joints and corrects …

Breathing Through the Feathers: The Importance of Breath in Duck Pose
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Breathing Through the Feathers: The Importance of Breath in Duck Pose

Introduction – Himalayan Duck Pose Kāraṇḍavāsana also called Waterfowl Posture or Himalayan Duck Pose derived its name from two Sanskrit words, Karandava (Goosander or Merganser) and Asana (Pose). This pose is a combination of three poses, namely Pincha Mayurasana (Feathered Peacock Pose), Bala Kakasana (Baby Crow Pose) and Padmasana (Lotus Pose). Duck symbolism is closely connected with your emotional state, …

The Butterfly Effect: How Baddhakonasana Transforms Your Physical, Psychic, and Emotional Health
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The Butterfly Effect: How Baddhakonasana Transforms Your Physical, Psychic, and Emotional Health

Introduction – Baddhakonasana / Butterfly Pose The name Baddhakoṇāsana is derived from the Sanskrit words Baddha meaning “Bound”, Koṇa meaning “Angle”and asana meaning “Meditative Pose”. Baddhakonasana is widely known as “Butterfly Pose” as the pose resembles a bird called ‘Titali’ (Butterfly). In the Butterfly Pose, the movement of the legs during the posture gives the appearance of a butterfly flapping …