There is a growing number of yoga retreats around the world and yet, if you are looking for an Ashtanga yoga retreat, you may notice there aren’t that many. When we focus our attention on Europe in particular, you may find that there are not that many exclusively Ashtanga yoga retreats. And so this article […]
The BIG Difference between Ashtanga, Hatha, and Vinyasa yoga
With so many types of yoga to choose from, it can get confusing trying to find the perfect class for you. Three of the most common types of yoga that you will find in yoga studios all around the world are: Ashtanga, Vinyasa yoga, and Hatha yoga. So which of the three is right for […]
Simple Tips For An Ashtanga Home Practice
I have had an ashtanga home practice for the past 7 years. In this time I have been there, tried that. Being a home practitioner can be very difficult as it’s up to you to find the motivation to commit to a daily practice. Somehow it is very challenging to find the motivation to keep […]
Ashtanga Yoga Equipment And Accessories (Beginners, Home and Travel)
There are certain key pieces of accessories and equipment you may want to own whether you are a beginner to Ashtanga yoga, a home practitioner or you are a traveling Ashtangi. I remember as I complete beginner I practiced in my local studio on a cheap mat I had found online, wearing my gym clothes. […]
Best Ashtanga Yoga Mats (& what reviewers are saying)
Ashtanga yoga is a dynamic practice and for this reason, it requires a durable yoga mat. If you were to look even at the most graceful Ashtanga yoga practitioner, you will notice that their yoga mat is prone to a lot of tough love. Given the nature of the practice, it is generally where we […]
Ashtanga Yoga Beginner: 33 Things To Know Before Starting
As an Ashtanga yoga beginner, it is almost as if a whole new world opens up to you. There are so many interesting layers to this practice that can take a whole lifetime to open up, learn, and experience. For beginners to Ashtanga yoga and even for those who are fairly new to the practice, […]
Ashtanga Yoga For Beginners: A Detailed Guide
Ashtanga yoga, also known as Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga is a dynamic form of yoga based on controlled breathing, postures, and specific gazing point. If you are looking for information for Ashtanga yoga for beginners then this is the article for you. An increase in strength and flexibility, improvement in wellbeing, and an improvement in overall health […]
The 3 Reasons we don’t Practice on Ashtanga Moon Days
Ashtanga moon days are considered special in the Ashtanga yoga world. These refer to both the new moon and full moon. We treat both days like a little holiday or a break from practice. So why do we not practice on ashtanga moon days? We don’t practice during Ashtanga moon days as it is a […]
What To Eat Before & After Ashtanga Yoga (Plus a post-yoga recipe)
For anyone who practices yoga or Ashtanga yoga in particular, what to eat and when to eat questions will eventually make its appearance. How much? How little? What is best for me? When? As a general rule of thumb, try to practice yoga on an empty stomach. This means waiting at least 3 or 4 […]