Three Dog Yoga Practice Podcast

side angle pose is like chocolate cake.

yep.

you've probably noticed that there are a few (gazillion) ways to make a chocolate cake. maybe you have a favorite. maybe you don't like chocolate cake...or think you don't like chocolate cake, but haven't tried all the variations.

side angle -- any yoga posture, really -- is like that. we each probably have our favorite variation, but exploring the other alignments and actions is a reasonable thing to do if we want to stay curious and engaged in our yoga practice.

this episode features three different variations on the theme -- enjoy!

 

standing poses are great for warming up the body by engaging large muscle groups...and they create "tapas" -- that inner fire that burns off the old to make space for peace and calm.

side angle pose is one of the most comprehensive standing poses...it's got a little of everything to get your whole body warmed up and feeling good. enjoy!

this moderately paced session focuses on some unusual twisting postures. give it a spin when you're looking for something a little different.

love them or love to get them over with, planks are an essential component of vinyasa practice...they allow us to flow from pose to pose, build core strength and instill good posture -- when done properly.

in this episode, we'll explore: one major alignment point -- lifting the back of your head to line up with your spine...and one major action item -- pressing your hands firmly into the floor.

combined, these two essentials will refine your high plank and chaturanga posture, strengthen your core, and create a feeling of buoyancy as you flow through your vinyasas.,

in this episode, we focus in on lunges...some of the most ubiquitous and versatile postures in our practice. you'll dial in your understanding of the different styles of lunges we practice...and pinpoint the action of the back foot to strengthen your legs and stand your ground.

if you've got two yoga blocks/bricks and a strap, grab 'em. if not, no worries...you can still get your flow on.

 

if you do have the props, this session will offer some fun + helpful ways to work with them in your practice to balance better, get stronger, and encourage flexibility.

core strength may not be everything,but it helps. more to the point,  working from your core translates into better movement patterns, breathing, and self-awareness.

this 30 minute flow will get you tuned in to cente...possible side benefits include toned abs and a more mobile you.

whatever the temperature, a solid vinyasa practice with steady attention to ujjayi breathing helps your body get warm from the inside out. side effects may include: more mobility, mood elevation, and increased focus throughout the day.

the thing is...you're not toxic. your body already detoxes itself quite well.

but...after indulgences (or insanity), it can feel really good to practice in a way that focuses on making space around our vital organs so that they can do their work of cleaning house more effectively.

also, making space just feels good...so bring on the spinal mobility, twists, and side bending!

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working your way toward traditional splits (Hanumanasana) isn't easy...but can be approached in a way that leaves you stronger and more flexible, whether or not you ever get to the ground.

on the way, there's lots of hip opening, hamstring strength, and heart opening to be had for every body!