Category Archives: WELLNESS
Mala – Hindu Prayer Beads
22 May 2013
Mala beads (or prayer beads) contain quite a bit of mystery, especially for those who are unfamiliar with them or the practice of mantra meditation. Malas are also referred to as mala beads, Buddhist beads or Buddhist prayer beads. Mala beads have been used in Buddhism and Hinduism for centuries. They can be made … READ MORE
GENERAL, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGACore Strength and Its Importance
14 May 2013
If you’ve ever practiced yoga, Pilates or worked with a personal trainer you’ve most likely heard about the importance of engaging or strengthening “the core.” And have you noticed how as soon as you tighten or “firm up” your belly, your posture changes in a positive way? That’s just one example of the power … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGATry These 12 Tips for a Healthier Life…
13 May 2013
Even if you do not practice yoga regularly (or at all), a health promoting lifestyle can still be very simple, inexpensive, and accessible. While you may (or may not) have heard these 12 tips before, you may (or may not) be actually practicing them. Try the following list of tips – consider them as … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAAttention – It Can Prevent Injury During Yoga Practice
12 May 2013
Think about it, practically every yoga injury that happens has been the result of one or more of these three factors… 1. Being in a hurry and moving too fast. 2. Not paying proper attention. 3. Paying attention and knowing you shouldn’t do something, but doing it anyway. One of the best ways to … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Importance of Attitude & Yoga Practice
1 May 2013
Attitude applies to the way we express or “carry” ourselves. How interesting that it is derived from the Latin word for ‘fit’, and from the French word “attitudine” which means “position” or “posture”. How ‘fitting’ this word is for Yoga practice, because in yoga (as in life), much of a person’s attitude is carried … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGADiet, Hot Yoga and Your Skin…
29 April 2013
Never underestimate this amazing organ called the skin as the revealer of many hidden things going on within your body; things you really should pay close attention to. As the largest eliminatory organ in the body, the skin works to assist in the elimination of toxins we encounter; from food, water, the environment, etc. … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGANotice…FRED Busch HOT POWER Yoga ADVANCED Set
26 April 2013
Learn the FRED Busch HOT POWER Yoga ADVANCED Set!!! This sequence maintains the core power of the Primary set, but adds hip and hamstring training alongside inversions. Come join me for an EPIC Practice… Call: 305-856-1487 or Contact Rae: raeindigo@gmail.com Don’t miss out on the great opportunity… Justin Wysong says: “Many of my miami … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAYou Too Can Apply The Ultimate Beauty Treatment
25 April 2013
The Ultimate Beauty Treatment that boosts your sparkle from within. Rae Indigo & Fred Busch support you to align diet and a powerful yoga sequence, so you cultivate your radiant inner light, anytime, anywhere. The results… Fit bodies with excellent muscle tone Clear eyes Glowing skin Thick and beautiful hair Calm, clear anxiety-free mind … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAYoga Asana to Balance Your Doshas
23 April 2013
Yoga and Ayurveda are sister sciences, two interrelated branches of the same great tree of Vedic knowledge that encompasses all of human life and the entire universe. Yoga is a spiritual path, while Ayurveda is therapeutic (and lifestyle-oriented); even so, they remain deeply connected to one another. The “Doshas” of Ayurveda are Vata, Pitta … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Meaning of Hand Mudras
22 April 2013
The Sanskrit word “Mudra” is generally translated as a seal, mark, or gesture. According to custom, Mudras are typically used during meditation and/or pranayama as a way to direct or channel energy flow throughout the body. According to yoga philosophy, different areas of the hand stimulate specific areas of the brain. By applying light pressure … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAYoga for Improved Eyesight (Video)
21 April 2013
Due to this technological world in which we currently live, our eyes are routinely being overworked. TV and computer screens, driving, cell phones, fluorescent lights, CCFL, LED, and OLED lighting…all of these have one thing in common? They are all stressful to the eyes. Get enough bad light, and you can go blind. And … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Importance of Balance in Yoga
20 April 2013
Many beginning student/practitioners of yoga find it hard to maintain balance while practicing. Yoga asana is especially good for challenging our balance because we must hold poses still while supporting our own body weight. This forces us to use all the body’s available balancing mechanisms to stay upright and steady. The technical name for … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Anti-Aging Benefits of Yoga
19 April 2013
Anyone who has been practicing yoga for a time will agree; there’s a strong connection between your body and your mind. So, whenever your mind is under stress, your body reflects it in numerous ways; poor posture, low back pain and tense muscles, are just a few examples. It should then be no surprise, … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGABoost Your Immunity with Yoga Practice
18 April 2013
There’s a good chance that you (like most people) spend a lot of your time around large groups of people; in the office, in class, shopping, etc. And, we all know that along with shared experiences and shared conversation come shared colds, viruses and flues. Perhaps you already do a lot of things to … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAAddressing Common Yoga Injuries (Pt. 2 of 2)
17 April 2013
This article is a continuation of Addressing Common Yoga Injuries (Pt. 1 of 2) Turn those Ouches into Oms – Some practical suggestions for safe yoga practice. Proper alignment when doing asanas (poses) is key to preventing injuries, but it’s not the only factor in a safe yoga practice. To minimize concerns over injury, … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAAddressing Common Yoga Injuries (Pt. 1 of 2)
9 April 2013
Well over 20 million people are currently downward-dogging it across the entire U.S. in an attempt to gain the many health benefits associated with yoga. To name a few of these benefits from yoga practice: *Increased strength *Improved flexibility. *Reduced tension, anxiety, and stress. *Lower blood pressure Scientific studies have also shown that yoga … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAYoga Asana, Emotions & Our Internal Organs…
8 April 2013
Are you, like many other people, under the impression that the benefits of yoga asana are limited to affecting mostly the muscles and joints? If so, you need to realize also that each and every pose has a specific effect on one or more of the internal organs. Yoga, like in traditional Chinese medicine, recognizes … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAJala Neti – De-mystified…(Video)
7 April 2013
Millions of people today suffer from sinus infections or nasal congestion of some sort. The overuse of antibiotic and prescription drugs has led to many of them becoming increasingly resistant to the drugs, but there is help available through these unique methods of sinus irrigation. These simple, natural (and inexpensive) techniques of the saline … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Basic Mechanisms of Yogic Breathing
4 April 2013
There are two main ways in which most people breathe: Chest (or thoracic) breathing and abdominal (or diaphragmatic) breathing. Thoracic breathing is very common in modern people. As a matter of fact, studies have shown that more than 50% of adults are predominantly chest breathers and more than 90% of sick people are upper … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAAn Anatomical Analysis of Yogic Breathing
3 April 2013
Most yoga students wonder how a true yogi breathes. Traditional yogic literature claims yogic breathing is the secret to both longevity and a clear mind. The author of Hatha Yoga Pradipika (Swami Svatmarama) states that “When the breath wanders the mind also is unsteady. But when the breath is calmed the mind too will … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAAsana – Protect Your Joints with Proper Alignment
2 April 2013
One of the most important responsibilities of a yoga teacher is to help their students get back in touch with their bodies. As we grow older, most of us gradually “grow out” of our bodies, often decreasing our ability to understand how our bodies really function, and then we tend to miss or ignore … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAYoga – as a Solution for Sleep Disorders
1 April 2013
According to the National Sleep Foundation 65% of all Americans suffer from a lack of sleep or have trouble getting sufficient sleep on a daily basis. Additionally, more than 40% of adults experience daytime sleepiness that is severe enough to interfere with their daily activities at least a few days each month, and more … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAHomemade Vegan Facemasks
29 March 2013
Our skin is our primary barrier against external attack, insulating and protecting us from being damaged. If it is compromised, the damaged and/or irritated skin is then even more sensitive and permeable to external attack, and its appearance is also impaired. The following “cruelty free” facemask recipes are meant to replenish undernourished skin, heal … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RECIPES, WELLNESSThe Ethical Standards of a Yoga Teacher
27 March 2013
As teachers of Yoga it is important to remember that we forever remain humble students of the science. Yoga truly is a lifelong endeavor. Much more than teaching asana, the responsibilities of a Yoga teacher are many since we are in a position to greatly influence others’ lives. The following list of ethics has … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGADo the Yamas and Niyamas Support Veganism?
24 March 2013
The Yamas & Niyamas are ethical guidelines and comprise the first two limbs of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras’ “Eight-Fold Path”. They are the very foundation of skillful living according to Yogic philosophy. The Yamas and Niyamas both consist of specific guidelines (presented as precepts) which give detailed explanations to guide you through all aspects of … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAYoga & the 5 Kleshas
21 March 2013
Directly following Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra (book II) which describes Kriya Yoga, he explains the five main reasons we are bound, these are known as the Kleshas: [1] 1. Ignorance (Avidya) 2. Ego (Asmita) 3. Attachment to Pleasure (Raga) 4. Aversion to Pain (Dvesa) 5. Fear of Death (Abhinivesah) These five afflictions are often depicted … READ MORE
HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Three Gunas
20 March 2013
Within Hindu (including Tantric/Yogic) philosophy, the manner in which the universe manifests itself is described with numerous intersecting and overlapping concepts, explaining how Brahman (as the non-dual consciousness) becomes duality; bringing the material (observable) universe into being. Brahman’s very impulse to know itself as ‘other than self’ is considered to be the reason the … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAAyurveda & the Three Doshas
19 March 2013
Ayurveda is a holistic science of health, focusing on maintaining a physically and emotionally balanced state. Ayurveda began about 5,000 to 6,000 years ago when Indian sages were looking for new ways to be healthy. Revering their bodies like temples, the sages believed that preserving an optimal state of health would help them meditate … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, WELLNESS, YOGARecovering from Antibiotic Use (or over-use?)…
18 March 2013
Antibiotics, it seems as if practically everyone is taking them now. Ironically, in developed countries such as the United States and Canada, the average child gets 10 to 20 courses of antibiotics by the time they reach age 18. Furthermore, studies have shown that doctors all too often prescribe antibiotics before they even know … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, WELLNESSThe Five Principles of Yoga…
14 March 2013
The following are the five main general principles of all traditional yoga. As a holistic system, Ayurveda states that each aspect should be done in an individualized manner and according to the season and your current individual constitution (and/or imbalance) to avoid any aggravation of the “Doshas” (bodily humors that make up one’s constitution) … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Koshas (Part 5 – Anandamaya Kosha: bliss sheath)
11 March 2013
Anandamaya Kosha is the fifth and final of the five Koshas (sheaths) and is comprised of a Sanskrit term “Ananda” (bliss – pure joy), Maya, which means “composed of” and Kosha meaning sheath. So, Anandamaya Kosha is the sheath that is composed of bliss. Anandamaya Kosha is the innermost of the Koshas, the first … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Koshas (Part 4 – Vijnanamaya Kosha: wisdom sheath)
25 February 2013
Vijnanamaya Kosha is the fourth of the five Koshas (sheaths) and is a Sanskrit terms “jna” (to know), “vi” (apart), together they imply discernment. Maya means composed of, Kosha means sheath. So, Vijnanamaya Kosha is the sheath that is composed of the discerning intellect. The Vijnanamaya Kosha is also known as the sheath of … READ MORE
GENERAL, RECIPES, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Koshas (Part 3 – Manomaya Kosha: mind sheath)
14 February 2013
Manomaya Kosha is the third of the five Koshas (sheaths) and is a Sanskrit term meaning “the sheath of the mind”. Mano or Manas, in Sanskrit, means “mind”, Maya means composed of, Kosha means sheath. So, Manomaya Kosha is the sheath that is composed of the mind (or “mind-stuff”). This “sheath of mental activities” … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Koshas (Part 2 – Pranamaya: air sheath)
13 February 2013
Pranamaya Kosha is the second of the five Koshas (sheaths). Pranamaya Kosha, is a Sanskrit term meaning “the sheath of energy”. Prana, in Sanskrit, means vital energy, Maya means composed of, Kosha means sheath. So, Pranamaya Kosha is the sheath of vital energy within each human being. The Pranamaya Kosha is more subtle than … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGASalamadhi Ranch Teacher Training (coming up soon)
12 February 2013
Salamadhi Ranch in Colorado. Yoga retreat in the Colorado Rockies – learn yoga and escape in nature’s tranquility. Salamadhi Ranch is a 50 Acre Retreat Property located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. With a beautiful Yoga Studio in the main house and residential capacity for 12 students, Salamadhi Ranch hosts … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Koshas (Part 1- Annamaya: food sheath)
11 February 2013
Annamaya Kosha is the first and outer of the five Koshas (sheaths). Annamaya Kosha, is a Sanskrit term meaning “the sheath of food” (anna), more specifically, the physical (or gross) body, which is made of food. All of the physical aspects of life come and go (through the cycle of birth and death) and … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Koshas (Sheaths)
8 February 2013
Kosha a Sanskrit word usually translated as “sheath”, of which there are five, each one representing a covering of the Atman (“Self”, according to Vedantic philosophy). They range from gross to subtle and are often visualized like the layers of an onion. Just as there are layers of an onion or like the series … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Niyamas (Part 5 – Ishvara Pranidhana)
7 February 2013
This article is the fifth and final part of a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 2 – Niyama) The fifth of the five Niyamas is Ishvara Pranidhana. In its simplest form, the Sanskrit term is a combination of the words; Ishvara, meaning Lord, God, Supreme Being … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Niyamas (Part 4 – Svadhyaya)
6 February 2013
This article is the fourth of a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 2 – Niyama) The fourth of the five Niyamas is Svadhyaya – a compound Sanskrit word literally translated sva, meaning “one’s own”, and adhyaya, “study”; therefore Svadhyaya would mean study of one’s self. Svadhyaya also … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Niyamas (Part 3 – Tapas)
5 February 2013
This article is the third of a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 2 – Niyama) The third of the five Niyamas is Tapas – a Sanskrit term meaning “heat”. In Vedic religion and Hinduism, Tapas is also used figuratively, denoting spiritual suffering, mortification or austerity, and also the … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Niyamas (Part 2 – Samtosha)
4 February 2013
This article is the second of a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 2 – Niyama) The second of the five Niyamas is Samtosha (also Santosha) – a Sanskrit term meaning contentment or satisfaction. The word Samtosha is derived from the Sanskrit root word ‘tush’ which means … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Niyamas (Part 1 – Shaucha)
3 February 2013
This article begins a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 2 – Niyama) The first of the five Niyamas is Shaucha – a Sanskrit term meaning purity. The word Shaucha is derived from the Sanskrit root word ‘shuch’ which means to cleanse or purify. Shaucha is an … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Yamas (Part 5 – Aparigraha)
2 February 2013
This is the fifth and final article of a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 1 – Yama) The fifth of the five Yamas is Aparigraha, a Sanksrit word for greedlessness or non-grasping. It comes from the word parigraha, which means reaching out for something … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Yamas (Part 4 – Brahmacharya)
1 February 2013
This article is the forth of a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 1 – Yama) The forth of the five Yamas is Brahmacharya – a Sanskrit term that translates into English as “behavior that leads to Brahman”. The word brahmacharya stems literally from two root words … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Yamas (Part 3 – Asteya)
31 January 2013
This article is the third of a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 1 – Yama) The third of the five Yamas is Asteya – a Sanskrit term that translates into English as “avoidance of stealing” or “non-stealing”. But in principle Asteya means more than that, referring … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Yamas (Part 2 – Satya)
30 January 2013
This article is the second of a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 1 – Yama) The second of the five Yamas is Satya – a Sanskrit term that translates into English as “truth”, “truthfulness” or “honesty”. Satya is also defined in Sanskrit as “sate hitam satyam” … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Five Yamas (Part 1 – Ahimsa)
29 January 2013
This article begins a five part series based on this post: The Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 1 – Yama) The first of the five Yamas is Ahimsa – a Sanskrit term meaning to do no harm (literally: the avoidance of violence – hinsa). The word is derived from the Sanskrit root hims – … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 8 – Samadhi)
28 January 2013
Samadhi is a Sanskrit word which is the state of consciousness induced by complete meditation, derived from the verbal roots “samā” (the state of total equilibrium) and “dhi” (of a detached intellect). Samadhi is the eighth and final of Patanjali’s “Eight Limbs” of Raja Yoga (or classical yoga). Patanjali’s commentary on Samadhi (Yoga-Sutras 1.41): … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 7 – Dhyana, W/Video)
27 January 2013
Dhyana is a Sanskrit word which means to meditate, derived from the verbal root dhyai, Dhyana it is the most common designation for both the meditative state of consciousness and the yogic techniques by which it is attained. Dhyana is the seventh of Patanjali’s “Eight Limbs” of Raja Yoga (or classical yoga). Patanjali describes … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 6 –Dharana)
26 January 2013
Dharana is a Sanskrit word which means immovable concentration of the mind (or that which gives stability”) from the root Dhar, which means to “bind together”, “to make stable”. Dharanais the willful act of concentration of the mind. Dharana is the sixth of Patanjali’s “Eight Limbs” of Raja Yoga (or classical yoga). Patanjali describes … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 5 –Pratyahara)
25 January 2013
Pratyahara is derived from two Sanskrit words: prati and ahara, with ahara meaning anything taken into ourselves, and prati, a preposition meaning away or against. Pratyahara means literally “control of ahara,” or “gaining mastery over external influences.” It is compared to a turtle withdrawing its limbs into its shell; the turtle’s shell is the … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RETREATS, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 4 – Pranayama)
24 January 2013
Pranayama is a Sanskrit word which means “restraint of the Prana or breath”. The word is actually composed of two words; Pran, meaning life force, or vital energy, particularly referring to the breath, and “ayama”, which means to control, suspend or restrain. It is generally understood as controlling the life force (Prana). When used … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 3 – Asana)
23 January 2013
Asana is a Sanskrit word literally translated as “to sit”, although, generally speaking, asana refers to an assumed body position, pose or posture. Asana is the third of Patanjali’s “Eight Limbs” of Raja Yoga (or classical yoga). Yoga asana can be static or dynamic. Many asanas look static from the outside, but they are … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAThe Eight Limbs of Yoga (Part 1 – Yama)
16 January 2013
Yama – Self-restraint, self-control and discipline (aka, the 5 don’ts of Yoga) Yama is the foundation of yoga. It is the first step in the Eightfold Path (the 8 Limbs) of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. Yama tells us what to avoid doing because it would bring harm to the individual and others. The observance and … READ MORE
GENERAL, HEALTH, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGAPatanjali’s Eightfold Path (the 8 Limbs of Yoga)
15 January 2013
In his classical yoga treatise, Raja Yoga, Patanjali ordered yama and niyama before asana and pranayama on the eightfold path. But most contemporary students learn asana first, and oftentimes they learn asana outside the context of the other essential limbs on the tree of yoga. If you teach hatha yoga in isolation or without … READ MORE
HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGA5 Positive Lifestyle Changes for the New Year (Part 5)
12 January 2013
Are you in a rut? Are you feeling like you’re losing your “touch”? Is complacency becoming the norm? Maybe what you need are some basic lifestyle changes. In the coming days we will review five suggestions for the New Year to help improve your health and overall wellbeing – helpful advice that may also … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, WELLNESS, YOGA5 Positive Lifestyle Changes for the New Year (Part 4)
9 January 2013
Are you in a rut? Are you feeling like you’re losing your “touch”? Is complacency becoming the norm? Maybe what you need are some basic lifestyle changes. In the coming days we will review five suggestions for the New Year to help improve your health and overall wellbeing – helpful advice that may also … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RECIPES, WELLNESS, YOGA5 Positive Lifestyle Changes for the New Year (Part 3)
8 January 2013
Are you in a rut? Are you feeling like you’re losing your “touch”? Is complacency becoming the norm? Maybe what you need are some basic lifestyle changes. In the coming days we will review five suggestions for the New Year to help improve your health and overall wellbeing – helpful advice that may also … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, TEACHER TRAINING, WELLNESS, YOGA5 Positive Lifestyle Changes for the New Year (Part 2)
3 January 2013
Are you in a rut? Are you feeling like you’re losing your “touch”? Is complacency becoming the norm? Maybe what you need are some basic lifestyle changes. In the coming days we will review five suggestions for the New Year to help improve your health and overall wellbeing – helpful advice that may also … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, RECIPES, WELLNESS5 Positive Lifestyle Changes for the New Year (part 1)
2 January 2013
Are you in a rut? Are you feeling like you’re losing your “touch”? Is complacency becoming the norm? Maybe what you need are some basic lifestyle changes. In the coming days we will review five suggestions for the New Year to help improve your health and overall wellbeing – helpful advice that may also … READ MORE
AMERICAN NUTRITIONAL INSTITUTE, GENERAL, HEALTH, RAE INDIGO, WELLNESS, YOGA