The pose is a blessing to women. BKS Iyengar, Light on Yoga Those words from Iyengar were in reference to the yoga pose Baddha Konasana (BAH-dah cone-AH-sana) or Bound Angle Pose. You may also know it as Butterfly Pose. Its benefits are many, especially as a hip opener and especially what it does for women….

Lotus Pose, or Padmasana (pod-MA-sana) as its called in Sanskrit, is among the iconic yoga postures. Like much of the practice, it may seem easy but it can be extremely challenging for even experienced yogis. But that which is most challenging often reaps the greatest rewards, and lotus pose certainly lives up to that theory….

From the outside, Savasana may seem as if its no different than lying on the couch chilling out on a Sunday afternoon. But, oh, its so much more. Savasana, also known as corpse pose, is not only the final pose in a yoga practice, many say it is the most important pose. The physically demanding…

In English, Virasana (veer-AH-sana) translates to Hero Pose. It could be that it is so named for the straight back required of the pose like a hero who stands tall with his back straight, poised to protect. This pose requires strength of the body, mind and spirit to hold for extended periods. Getting into Virasana…

Were not always nice to our bodies. We eat processed foods. We carry heavy bags. All this does a job on our bodies inside and out. Thats where a pose like Ardha Matsyendrasana can help. In English Ardha Matsyendrasana (AR-duh MOT-see-on-drah-sana) translates to Half Lord of the Fishes Pose. Its also often referred to as…

Utkatasana (OOT-kah-tah-sana) is better known by its English name Chair Pose. Its like sitting in a chair, but without the chair and with your arms raised above you. In other words, its not nearly as comfortable as sitting in your favorite chair, but, then again, you dont get the benefit of stronger legs and improved…

Multiple Sclerosis, otherwise known as MS, is a disease that attacks the central nervous system, and from the spine to the brain. For some, the disease develops quickly, and for others it develops slowly. Tumors, chronic fatigue, loss of balance and blurry vision are all common, and while they isnt a cure as of yet…

A good muscle building program includes a combination of physical training and dietary changes. By focusing on strength training during workouts and including the top foods known for helping you build muscle in your diet, your body will likely gain muscle mass. Muscle growth occurs when stress is placed on the muscle. This causes small…

Exercising from the comfort of your home or getting pumped up at a gym? It really comes down to motivation. If youve got the motivation to stay dedicated to a workout program, then working out with a home exercise routine may be for you. While working out at a gym has its advantages, there are…

Yoga for diabetes Studies have indicated that people suffering from diabetes can obtain relief from practicing Yoga regularly. This article about the best postures of Yoga for diabetes. A word of caution is that the poses described could be harmful, more so for diabetics. The various postures may place strain on a diabetics body which…