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REVIEW: The Basic Poses package for iYoga Premium

As a yoga teacher and trainer, I can fully appreciate the amount of work it must have taken to create this beautiful app. The images are anatomically gorgeous and move in a very lifelike way, which can make it relatable for students. However, I found the repertoire to be far more anatomically-inclined than asana-inclined. This would make a good post-yoga teacher training reference for students who would like to refresh their memory regarding which parts of the body are affected and how. The multiple views and visuals of muscles contracting, stretching or both are great references. I also really enjoyed the different...

Yoga 101: New to the Practice?

Although the word Yoga is quite common around the world it does not mean that everyone knows exactly what it means. In this article I will try to explain what Yoga really is (although once you begin on your journey, it can mean different things personally), how it relates to your health and happiness, and what to expect if you go to a yoga class. The word Yoga originates from the ancient Sanskrit language spoken by a religious group in India called the Brahmins. Yoga means “yolk” or “union” and further describes a practice involving discipline, balance, strength and flexibility. In...