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.
AnatomyShould 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…
AnatomyThe 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…
Yoga PosturesWhy Is Navasana (Boat Pose) So Hard?
Explore the anatomy of navasana. Understand the intentions for this posture and how to evolve it.
Your QuestionsWhat Causes Abdominal Cramps During Primary Series?
Find out why repeated forward bending and dehydration could both contribute to abdominal cramps during the primary series.
YogaHow Much Is Too Much Yoga Practice Too Soon?
Learn what it means to do too much yoga practice too soon and get some ideas on how to build your yoga…
Yoga ResearchYoga Postures Stabilize The Shoulder Blade
Researchers found that some yoga postures show promise for use as a preventative therapy to stabilize the scapula and potentially prevent shoulder…
Your QuestionsHow Do I Self-treat Sit Bone Pain And Obturator Internus?
David answers the question: How do I self-treat sit bone pain and obturator internus? He explains that sit bone pain can originate…
AnatomyAn 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.
AnatomyWhy 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…
AnatomyThe 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…
Yoga PosturesShould 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 answer should…
AnatomyThe Multifidus Muscles
This month I highlight the multifidus muscles. Learn where these back muscles are found, what they do, and what yoga postures use…
Standing PosturesAdjusting 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 helpful in…
Yoga PosturesShould 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 setu bandhasana…
Standing PosturesAn 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…
Standing PosturesWhat’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 adductors, gluteals,…
Injury SurveyDoes Frequency Of Yoga Practice Matter?
Based on our survey of over 2000 yoga practitioners, we found that doing a yoga practice at least 5 days per week…
AnatomyFibularis 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,…
AnatomyWhat 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…
Your QuestionsWhy Should We Open Our Hips In Yoga And Lengthen Our Hamstrings?
This month David answers the question, why should we open our hips in yoga and lengthen our hamstrings? David explains why open…
AnatomyThe 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…
Injury SurveyYoga Contributed To Healing From Pain And Injury
Based on our survey of over 2000 yoga practitioners, David shares practitioners' experiences of contexts in which yoga contributed to healing from…
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…
Standing Postures