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UTTANASANA (Deep standing forward bend)

Meaning: Intense stretch –  This is one of the poses within the sun salutation sequence Dristi: Nosetip Preparation poses: 1)   Paschimottanasana  (West posterior stretch pose) 2)   Ardha Uttanasana (Standing half forward bend) 3)   Forward bend leaning on a chair 4)   Uttanasana with knees bent, then slowly engage quads to straighten

Bored of water?

We all know how important it is to stay hydrated, especially while exercising. But aren’t we all bored of drinking just plain water? Well, lets do something fun. Let’s make a pot of tea from fresh Rosella flower. It isn’t only tasty and funky colored, but it is also very

Am I normal???

Every woman experiences pregnancy in a different way.  Some may sail through feeling healthy and happy throughout their term but others may experience a multitude of ailments.  The expectant mother may wonder if what they are experiencing is normal and why it is happening.  Here is an explanation for some

Adapting your yoga practice for pregnancy

There are many changes taking place in the body during pregnancy and it is important that a yoga instructor recognize them in order to teach a safe and effective pre natal class.  The major skeletal changes occur in the hips.  The pubis bones making up the pelvis will soften and

Food safety tips for pregnant woman

It is important during pregnancy to learn which food are safe to eat, which food should be avoided and which food should be approached with caution. Always check with your health care provider if you have any concerns about your specific nutritional needs. The following information is intended to help

The miracle and indescribable first trimester during pregnancy

Week 4: Physical Changes to the body Stepping into week 4, the placenta has developed the major organs. Heart has reorganized into 4 chambers and start to pump blood. Lung, gastrointestinal system, kidneys, liver and pancreas as well as cartilage and skeleton are now present. The embryo has now grown

Getting into Uttana Padasana (Extended Stretch Foot Pose)

When aiming to get into a “final” posture, always do “lead up” postures.  These lead up postures help to activate, strengthen and stretch the muscles that are required for the final posture. In this posture: Abs are stretched and strengthened – engaging our ab muscles helps to protect the lower

Supported Bridge Pose with block

Today, as we were sharing how to practice a back-bend while being in a restful position, one of the way is to do a supported bridge pose with block. I had learnt from many years ago to place the block directly under the sacrum, in the orientation of ‘ l

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