David describes the anatomy of what is happening in bhujapidasana and explores techniques for evolving this challenging posture.
Should I Do Full Expression Of A Pose On One Side If I Can’t Do It On The Other Side?
David explains why you should do both sides of a posture even if one side is more flexible than the other. He also shares a tip for binding ardha baddha padmottanasana.
Why Is Navasana (Boat Pose) So Hard?
In this article, David explores 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 it.
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 into how to evolve it.
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 into how to evolve it.
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 patterns can be established to evolve this pose over time.
What Are Our Intentions In Standing Wide-legged Forward Bend?
David breaks down variations of standing wide-legged forward bend. Learn what components allow or restrict movement in different versions of this posture. Understand what patterns can be established to evolve this pose over time.
How Do I Fix A Flat Back In Poses Like Garbha Pindasana?
This month David answers the question: How do I fix a flat back in poses like garbha pindasana? David shares some suggestions for distinguishing between anatomical and technique-related reasons for having difficulty rounding the low back. For those working on technique, he offers some pointers to evolve the pose.
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? In this post, David discusses the relationships between aspects of the Ashtanga yoga primary and intermediate sequences and how to use that information to decide when beginning the Ashtanga intermediate series is right for you.