Yoga Anatomy Articles

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.

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Should We Squeeze The Shoulder Blades Together In Upward Dog?

Learn why stabilization and depression of the scapulae is as important as squeezing the shoulder blades together in upward dog. Anatomy

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 can work… Anatomy

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 the feet.… Anatomy

Should The Knee Go In Front Of The Ankle In Yoga?

Learn why it's usually okay for us to place the knee in front of the ankle in poses like side angle, but… Anatomy

The Pubococcygeal Muscle (PC Muscle)

This month I highlight the pubococcygeal muscles, or PC muscles. Learn where these pelvic floor muscles are found, what they do, and… Anatomy

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. Anatomy

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 twists and… Anatomy

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… Anatomy

The Multifidus Muscles

This month I highlight the multifidus muscles. Learn where these back muscles are found, what they do, and what yoga postures use… Anatomy

Fibularis Longus Muscle (Peroneus Longus Muscle)

This month I highlight the fibularis longus muscle (peroneus longus muscle). Learn where these lower leg muscles are found, what they do,… Anatomy

What Is The Core Anyway?

In this article, learn about the history and three philosophies that influenced our modern day understanding of what the core is and… Anatomy

The Tibialis Anterior Muscle

This month I highlight the tibialis anterior muscle. Learn where these lower leg muscles are found, what they do, and what yoga… Anatomy

What Are The Risks Of Hyperextending The Knees In Dandasana?

This month David answers the question: What are the risks of hyperextending the knees in dandasana? David explains why there is usually… Anatomy

The Soleus Muscles

This month I highlights the soleus muscles. Learn where these lower leg muscles are found, what they do, and what yoga postures… Anatomy

The Gastrocnemius Muscles

This month I highlight the gastrocnemius muscles. Learn where these lower leg muscles are found, what they do, and what yoga postures… Anatomy

Internal And External Intercostal Muscles

This month I highlight the internal and external intercostal muscles. Take a look at where these important breathing muscles attach, what actions… Anatomy

The Erector Spinae Muscles

This month I highlight the erector spinae muscles. Take a look at where these important spinal muscles attach, what actions they do,… Anatomy

Diaphragm Muscle

This month we highlight the diaphragm muscle. Take a look at where this very unique muscle attaches, what action it does, and… Anatomy

A Reality Check On The SI Joint In Yoga

Our SI joint page includes information on the anatomy of the SI joint, including a current understanding of movement at the SI… Anatomy

Transverse Abdominis Muscle

This month we highlight the transverse abdominis muscle. Take a look at where this muscle attaches, what action it does, and how… Anatomy

Rectus Abdominis Muscle

This month we highlight the rectus abdominis muscles. Take a look at where these abdominal muscles attach, what actions they do, and… Anatomy

The Internal And External Oblique Muscles

This month take a look at the unique external and internal oblique muscles. Find out where these muscle attach, what actions they… Anatomy

Splenius Muscles

This month David is highlighting the splenius muscles. They work to extend and rotate the neck. Take a look at where these… Anatomy

Scalene Muscles

This month take a look at the scalene muscles. They work to stabilize and move the neck. They also assist as secondary…