In the realm of yoga, Setu Bandhasana, also known as the Bridge Pose, stands as a beacon of rejuvenation and holistic wellness. This ancient asana holds profound significance, not just as a physical exercise but also as a therapeutic practice. Let’s embark on a journey to uncover the myriad health benefits of Setu Bandhasana, exploring its steps and the transformative …
Breath is the fundamental aspect of life from where life begins and ends. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, people often forget to pay attention to this critical aspect of life. However, ancient practices like Pranayama remind us to pause and pay attention to this simple yet essential element of our existence. It allows us to reconnect consciously …
In the serene setting of Rishikesh, often referred to as the world’s yoga capital, the journey into the world of yoga begins. Aspiring yogis, drawn to the spiritual energy of this sacred place, are often faced with the question, should one start with breathing exercises or dive straight into yoga poses? The little sickness also spreads and gets worse because …
Mayūrāsana is derived from two Sanskrit words- Mayur means “Peacock” and Asana means “Pose”. This asana is one of the oldest forms of Hatha yoga. According to Hatha Yoga Pradipika – Mayurasana symbolizes love, spirituality, and awakening. As one of the advanced arm balancing yoga poses, where the practitioners hold the earth with both the hands and navel rests on …
Introduction – Kukkutasana / Rooster Pose Yoga Kukkuṭāsana is derived from the Sanskrit words Kukkuta means “Rooster” and asana means “Pose”. The practitioner resembles the pose of a rooster while practicing this asana. This is an advanced asana and the health benefits of Kukkutasana are vast and varied. Even ancient scriptures like Gheranda Samhita and Hatha Yoga Pradipika have references …
Vṛischikāsana or Scorpion Pose is an integration of two Sanskrit words, Vrischik means “Scorpion” and Asana “Meditative Pose”. This posture resembles a striking scorpion. It is a challenging inverted back bend posture that involves both core and shoulder strength. Scorpion pose strengthens the arms, spine, forearms, and torso. This pose is also good for the heart. As Vrischikasana is one …
Haṃsāsanais derived from the Sanskrit words Hamsa means “Swan” and asana means “Meditative Pose”. The Hamsasana attracts the powers of the swan; the swan is graceful, and tenacious and is the symbol of intuition and the flow of life. The swan pose also helps you to understand realities about human existence at a much faster pace. This is a bird …
