Journal
The Journal
Articles on asanas, pranayama, meditation, diet and holistic wellbeing.
Asanas 1 min read
Trikonasana (Triangle Pose): Length, Space and a Strong Waist
A wide-legged side stretch that opens the chest, lengthens the hamstrings and teaches you to extend rather than collapse.
Asanas 1 min read
Padahastasana (Hand-to-Foot Pose): A Standing Forward Fold for the Spine
Fold from the hips, let the head hang, and give the hamstrings and lower back a long, quiet stretch.
Asanas 1 min read
Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend): Stretch the Whole Back Body
Sit, fold, and breathe into the spine. This intense forward bend lengthens the hamstrings and quiets the mind — when you stop pulling.
Asanas 1 min read
Halasana (Plough Pose): Fold Over, Quiet the Mind
An inversion that takes the feet over the head to the floor. It stretches the spine and is traditionally practised after Shoulderstand.
Asanas 1 min read
Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog): The Shape of a Stretching Dog
An inverted V that lengthens the spine, opens the shoulders and stretches the hamstrings — a rest pose that is also work.