Yoga Practice Video - Yoga Vidya

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Yoga Turtle Kurmasana Oct 31, 2021

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Follow along with this advanced demonstration of the yoga turtle posture, also called kurmasana. Demonstrated by Santosha. Camera: Ravidas. Speaker: Sita.

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Shoulder Stand in Lotus Oct 03, 2021

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Follow along or just watch this advanced demonstration of the shoulder stand in lotus posture. The shoulder stand in lotus position is the favored final position for the legs because prana, or life force, is not lost through the feet. Before you try it, you need to be sure to have a very comfortable seated lotus posture so that you don’t hurt your knees. It is also possible to use one of your hands to get the feet into position. Demonstrated by Jan. Speaker: Sita.

Intermediate Warrior Sequence Oct 03, 2021

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This intermediate level warrior sequence is especially good for increasing flexibility in the side of the body and the back, and increasing back strength as well as leg strength. Follow along with the video to learn this useful sequence - a good addition to your yoga practice. Demonstrated by Paramjyoti. Camera: Chandrashekara. Speaker: Sita.

Yoga Triangle Variations Sep 26, 2021

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Learn how to do these advanced beginner to intermediate level variations of the triangle, trikonasana, which give a nice added twist to the back. Demonstrated by Chris. Camera: Chandrashekara. Voice: Sita.

Crow (Crane) to Headstand Aug 08, 2021

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This advanced yoga demonstration of the yoga crow (or crane) posture, to headstand, and back to the crow, is an advanced variation that is very helpful for building up strength in the upper body. Please only practice this if you have a strong headstand practice and no neck problems. Demonstrated by Paramjyoti. Camera: Chandrashekara. Speaker: Sita.

Short Yoga Class - All Inversions Aug 01, 2021

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This short 22 minute class contains a few rounds of sun salutations for a warm-up, and then all inversions, in which the head is lower than the heart. Postures included are headstand, shoulderstand, plow, bridge, fish, and standing forward bend. The class begins and ends with savasana, or relaxation. Demonstrated by Chris. Camera: Nanda. Speaker: Sita.

Yoga Peacock Posture - Mayurasana Jun 27, 2021

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This video demonstrated the classical yoga peacock posture, mayurasana. It has many benefits, including building strength in the wrists, arms, shoulders and back, and it also increases the digestive fire. According to the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the peacock is considered one of the most beneficial poses. If you have wrist problems, please approach this posture with care. Demonstrated by Paramjyoti. Camera: Chandrashekara. Speaker: Sita.

Yoga Scorpion Jun 13, 2021

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Learn how to do the scorpion variation from the classical headstand posture. Good for building up strength in the arms and shoulders. For those who already have a strong headstand practice. Demonstrated by Paramjyoti. Camera: Chandrashekara. Speaker: Sita.

Variations of Yoga Triangle for Flexibility Jun 06, 2021

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Practice several versions of the yoga triangle posture for extra flexibility - demonstration includes revolving lateral triangle for gaining flexibility in the spine and hips, and arms over the head triangle, for gaining flexibility in the legs and shoulders. A good intermediate sequence. Demonstrated by Jan. Camera: Nanda. Speaker: Sita.

Variations of Yoga Tree for all Levels May 30, 2021

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A short demonstration of the classic yoga tree posture, showing different placements for the foot. For practitioners at all levels. Demonstrated by Jan. Camera: Nanda. Speaker: Sita.