Yoga Anatomy Articles
Yoga postures deserve better explanations than what muscle should contract and which should relax or stretch. Yoga postures are dynamic and always in a state of process. Check out handstands, sun salutations, padmasana, upward dog, and down dog.
The yoga anatomy articles are organized into categories such as, Injuries , Postures, Your Questions , Yoga , Anatomy , Yoga Injuries Research , Ashtanga Yoga Research , and even Yoga Adjustments.
They are also broken down more specifically by muscles, bandhas, breathing, sit bone pain, shoulders, psoas, and knee pain.
Should We Be Trying To Stack The Hips In Triangle Pose?
Learn why the anatomy of the hips affects our intention to stack the hips in triangle pose and how we…
What’s Happening In Kurmasana and Supta Kurmasana?
Breaks down the anatomy of kurmasana and supta kurmasana and explore techniques for evolving these challenging postures.…
Should The Heels Be Lined Up In Revolved Triangle?
Learn why having the heels lined up in revolved triangle and similar poses is not the only way to align…
What Are We Doing In Bhujapidasana?
Explore the anatomy of what is happening in bhujapidasana and learn techniques for evolving this challenging posture.…
Why Is Navasana (Boat Pose) So Hard?
Explore the anatomy of navasana. Understand the intentions for this posture and how to evolve it.…
An Anatomical Breakdown of Marichyasana D
In this article, David explores the anatomy of marichyasana D. Understand the intentions for this posture and how to evolve…
Why Is Breathing In Twists So Hard?
David explains from an anatomical perspective why breathing in twists can feel so challenging! Learn how you can evolve your…
The Anatomy Of Standing Half-bound Lotus Pose
In this article, David deconstructs the anatomy of standing half-bound lotus. Explore multiple intentions for this posture and gain insights…
Should You Contract Or Relax The Glutes In Urdhva Dhanurasana?
This month David answers the question: Should you contract or relax the glutes in urdhva dhanurasana? He explains why the…
Adjusting Triangle Pose And Revolved Triangle: Where Is Your Intention?
David discusses the key ideas for safely and effectively adjusting triangle pose and revolved triangle. Learn which adjustments might be…
Should I Do Setu Bandhasana And Shoulder Stand?
This month David answers the question: Should I do setu bandhasana? David explains how other postures prepare the body for…
An Anatomical Breakdown Of Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana
In this article, David deconstructs the anatomy of utthita hasta padangusthasana. Explore multiple intentions for this posture and gain insights…
What’s Restricting Me In Seated Wide-Legged Forward Bend?
This month David answers the question: what’s restricting me in wide-legged forward bend? He explains that the culprits could include…
Adjusting Standing Forward Bend: Where Is Your Intention?
David discusses the key ideas for safely and effectively adjusting standing forward bend. Learn which adjustments might be helpful in…
SI Joint Pain In Warrior 1: How Should I Work With It?
This month David answers the question: How should I work with SI joint pain in warrior 1? David describes how…
What Are Our Intentions In Parsvottanasana?
David breaks down parsvottanasana or intense side-stretching pose. Learn what components allow or restrict movement in this posture. Understand what…
Should We Jump Into Plank Or Chaturanga Position?
This month, David answers the question: Should we jump into plank or chaturanga position? David describes the difference between these…
What Are Our Intentions In Standing Wide-legged Forward Bend?
Deconstruct standing wide-legged forward bend. Explore multiple intentions for variations of this posture and evolve your pose.…
How Do I Fix A Flat Back In Poses Like Garbha Pindasana?
Distinguish between anatomical and technique-related reasons for difficulty rounding the low back in garbha pindasana. For those working on technique,…
Is Shoulder Range Of Motion Restricting My Handstands And Arm Balances?
Is shoulder rotation restricting my handstands and arm balances? Learn some techniques for distinguishing between anatomical restriction and muscular tightness…
How Do You Know When To Add Poses In The Ashtanga Intermediate Series?
How do you know when it’s time to add poses in the Ashtanga intermediate series? Understand the relationships between aspects…