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Variations of Yoga Tree for All Levels Apr 19, 2014

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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. For more english yoga videos, music, blog posts, etc., please visit our english pages at http://my.yoga-vidya.org . For more information on english classes, courses and seminars at Yoga Vidya, please see http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html .

How To Do Shoulder Stand In Lotus Apr 12, 2014

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Learn how to come into shoulder stand in lotus with this video demonstration. This technique is best practiced after warming up, and is best for those who can do the lotus posture in a seated postition. Demonstrated by Krishnapriya. Camera: Ravidas. Voice: Sita. For more english yoga videos, music, blog posts, etc., please visit our english pages at http://my.yoga-vidya.org . For more information on english classes, courses and seminars at Yoga Vidya, please see http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html .

Yoga Peacock Posture - Mayurasana Apr 05, 2014

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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. For more english yoga videos, music, blog posts, etc., please visit our english pages at http://my.yoga-vidya.org . For more information on english classes, courses and seminars at Yoga Vidya, please see http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html .

Candle - Variation of Shoulderstand Mar 29, 2014

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The candle is an intermediate/advanced variation of the shoulderstand. It is good for building strength in the torso, but please be careful and go slowly if it is the first time you are trying it, so you don’t hurt your neck. Demonstrated by Chris. Camera: Nanda. Speaker: Sita. For more english yoga videos, music, blog posts, etc., please visit our english pages at http://my.yoga-vidya.org . For more information on english classes, courses and seminars at Yoga Vidya, please see http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html .

Sun Salutations for Complete Beginners Mar 22, 2014

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Sun salutations for complete beginners goes very slowly through the 12 steps of the sun salutations, explaining at each step what to do. Several rounds follow at a slow pace so you can learn how to do them and follow along. Considered the best warm-up exercise before beginning asanas, or yoga postures, they can also be done as a practice unto themselves. Demonstrated by Ruth and Mahashakti at Yoga Vidya Bad Meinberg. Camera: Eduard. Speaker: Sita.  For more information on english courses at Yoga Vidya please see here http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html .  For more information on all things related to yoga, videos, blog posts, music please see here http://my.yoga-vidya.org/ .

Plow in Prayer Yoga Asana Variation Mar 15, 2014

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This advanced yoga variation, the plow in prayer position, is recommended for anyone who is comfortable in the plow, and whose feet are close to the floor when in the plow position. It is best to do a warm-up before attempting this variation. Recorded at Yoga Vidya, Bad Meinberg. Demonstrated by Ruth and Mahashakti. Camera Eduard. Voice Sita. For more information on all things related to yoga, videos, blog posts, music please see here http://my.yoga-vidya.org/ . For more information on english courses at Yoga Vidya please see here http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html .

Yoga Eagle Mar 08, 2014

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The eagle, or garuda, posture is demonstrated in this video. The eagle is a balancing posture which has many benefits such as strengthening the arms, legs, knees and ankles, improving circulation, and improving balance and ability to concentrate. Recorded at Yoga Vidya, Bad Meinberg. Demonstrated by Chris. Camera: Chandrashekara. Voice: Sita. For more information on all things related to yoga, videos, blog posts, music please see here http://my.yoga-vidya.org/ . For more information on english courses at Yoga Vidya please see here http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html .

Yoga Therapy Sound Massage Mar 01, 2014

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Yoga Therapy adapts the process of yoga to the needs of the people with specific or persistent health problems not usually addressed in a group class. In this video, watch as sound massage, which is one technique used in yoga therapy, is used to induce a feeling of well-being and very, deep relaxation. Demonstrated by Ruth, Yoga Therapist at Yoga Vidya. Camera: Nanda. Speaker: Sita. For more english yoga videos, music, blog posts, etc., please visit our english pages at http://my.yoga-vidya.org . For more information on english classes, courses and seminars at Yoga Vidya, please see http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html . For more information on Yoga Therapy at Yoga Vidya please see http://www.yoga-vidya.de/yogatherapie.html .

Yoga Camel Variation Feb 22, 2014

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In this sequence, you can learn how to go from the camel pose, ustrasana, to laying down, to get a good stretch for the thighs. This is best for people who do not have knee problems, and who have warmed up a little before. Recorded at Yoga Vidya, Bad Meinberg. Demonstrated by Krishnapriya. Camera: Ravidas. Voice: Sita. For more english yoga videos, music, blog posts, etc., please visit our english pages at http://my.yoga-vidya.org . For more information on english classes, courses and seminars at Yoga Vidya, please see http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html .

How To Do The Pigeon Kapotasana Feb 15, 2014

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Learn how to come easily into the yoga pigeon posture, kapotasana, with this video. With a combination of slow, explanatory stretches, you will be better able to come deeply into this posture, considered one of the best for stretching many muscles at the same time. It might be helpful to do a warm-up of at least a few sun salutations beforehand. Demonstrated by Ruth and Mahashakti. Camera Eduard. Voice Sita. For more english yoga videos, music, blog posts, etc., please visit our english pages at http://my.yoga-vidya.org . For more information on english classes, courses and seminars at Yoga Vidya, please see http://www.yoga-vidya.org/english/seminar.html .