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.
Your QuestionsHow Do I Work With Outer Knee Pain In Yoga?
With outer knee pain in yoga, a tight IT band can sometimes be the culprit. Aligning your legs based on your knees,…
Your QuestionsWhy Do I Have Knee Pain In Bhujapidasana?
Knee pain in bhujapidasana can happen for many reasons. Do some testing in the pose to determine how to best modify the…
Your QuestionsWhere Is This Knee Pain In Backbends Coming From?
Common sources of outer knee pain in backbends include tension in tensor fascia latae (TFL) and the iliotibial band (IT band) as…
Standing PosturesWhy Can’t I Put My Back Heel Down In Revolved Side Angle?
Learn why both tight hips, and the technique you use to do the posture, can affect getting the back heel down in…
Your QuestionsIs Locking My Knee In Forward Bends Causing My Knee Pain?
What's the difference between straight legs and locked knees? There may be an appropriate time to keep your knees straight and there…
Your QuestionsHow Do I Modify Triang Mukhaikapada Paschimottanasana After Meniscus Surgery?
Learn how to modify triang mukhaikapada paschimottanasana after meniscus surgery in the knee. Explore options for gentle knee rehabilitation while maintaining a…
AnatomyWhat 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…
AnatomyWhy Is Doing Lotus Pose Upside Down Easier?
David explains why it might have been easier for Gary to do lotus pose when he was on his back and why…
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