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.
Yoga ResearchHow Can Yoga Best Support Mental Health?
Patients, staff, and yoga teachers suggested yoga for mental health should include teachers experienced with mental health populations, a safe environment, breathing…
Arm BalancesWhy Can’t I Do A Headstand?
To do a headstand, set up your base, train the pelvic tilt needed to lift your legs with control, and only then…
Arm BalancesAnatomical Breakdown Of Mayurasana
In mayurasana, avoid overly rounding the spine or placing elbows too low, to reduce stress on the wrists and make balancing easier.
Yoga ResearchDo Frequency And Duration Of Yoga Practice Affect Stress Reduction?
Greater frequency and duration of yoga practice didn't affect stress levels, but did reduce anxiety of cancer survivors in the research study…
Your QuestionsWhy Don’t My Hands Touch In Gomukhasana?
You might struggle to get the hands to touch in gomukhasana if proportions, bone shape, or scapula mobility are an issue.
Arm BalancesAnatomical Breakdown Of Tittibhasana A, B, C, and D: The Ashtanga Firefly
Tittibhasana A, B, C, and D, the Ashtanga firefly poses, require the ability to create length and engage the legs at the…
Yoga ResearchLong-term Yoga Practice Provides Benefits Beyond Just Physical
Long-term yoga practitioners perceived physical, mental, spiritual, and social benefits from their yoga practice.
Arm BalancesHow Should I Do Half Headstand (Pike)?
For half headstand, or pike, let a little more backbend come into your back and have someone's outside feedback cue you how…
Yoga PosturesAnatomical Breakdown of Kapotasana, The Ashtanga Version Of Pigeon Pose
Kapotasana is a challenging backbend that requires significant length along the front of the body. Learning the pose takes patience and time.
Yoga ResearchCan A Single Session Of Vinyasa Yoga Improve Cardiovascular Health?
A pilot research study suggests that vinyasa yoga may help support some aspects of cardiovascular health. Further research is warranted.
Arm BalancesWhat Is Happening Anatomically In Eka Pada Galavasana?
The back leg often doesn't straighten in eka pada galavasana because of the position that the pelvis is in when we do…
AnatomyPsoas Muscle: The Complete Guide — Anatomy, Function & Pain
An exploration of the psoas major and iliacus muscles. Learn about iliopsoas function, dysfunction, and when to stretch or strengthen.
Yoga ResearchHow And When Do Physical Therapists Prescribe Yoga?
Physical therapists recommended yoga for many clinical populations, including musculoskeletal, neurological, biomechanical, and psychological conditions.
Your QuestionsHow Do You Backbend Without Pinching The Lumbar Spine?
My technique for doing a backbend without pinching the lumbar spine is to stretch the hip flexors right before backbending.
YogaWhy Do We Often Experience A Breakthrough After A Long Plateau In Yoga?
A plateau in yoga may be just slow change or your body integrating new information. Be patient, consider a new approach, and…
Yoga ResearchDo All Types Of Yoga Reduce Stress?
The review study we summarized here suggests that most, if not all, types of yoga will potentially reduce the negative effects of…
Your QuestionsWhat Muscles Do You Use To Move In And Out Of Utkatasana Or A Squat?
The quadriceps, hamstrings, and gluteals contract in different ways to help you move into and out of utkatasana or a squat.
AnatomyExploring The Semispinalis Muscles
The semispinalis muscles are deep spinal muscles that contribute to extension, lateral flexion, and rotation of the cervical and thoracic spine.
Yoga ResearchHow Do Yoga Styles Differ?
Yoga styles differed in the particular components (postures, meditation, breathing techniques, chanting, cleansing, lifestyle, and relaxation) included in classes and the percentage…
Arm BalancesIs Headstand Really Safe?
Headstand is a relatively safe posture if you don't have pre-existing medical conditions that would make headstand contraindicated, and you build up…
Arm BalancesAnatomical Breakdown Of Side Plank
Anatomically, side plank is supported by serratus anterior and other shoulder muscles as well as strong abductors stabilizing the hips.
Yoga ResearchDo Yoga Postures Engage The Abdominals And Hip Muscles?
Research indicates some yoga postures significantly engage abdominals and hip muscles, however, individual muscle engagement differs between poses.
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…
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