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Episode #66 | Pradi...
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16:00:00 03/01/12

Pradiipadyasana - aka Candle. Typically performed as a way to safely exit a prolonged shoulder stand or plow posture, make sure the chin is tucked and the spine cu...

Episode #66 | Pradiipadyasana

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Episode #66 | Pradiipadyasana

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Pradiipadyasana - aka Candle. Typically performed as a way to safely exit a prolonged shoulder stand or plow posture, make sure the chin is tucked and the spine curved as you role forward (slowly) out of the pose.ere are many elements of classical ballet in play. Make sure to engage the "Bandas" while focusing on the proper "Driste".. The series is much easier to do if one flows with a proper breathing pattern inhaling on the up moves and exhaling when descending. Once mastered leg/core strength is assured.

Episode #65 | Dwi-p...
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16:00:00 11/10/11

Pradiipadyasana - aka Candle. Typically performed as a way to safely exit a prolonged shoulder stand or plow posture, make sure the chin is tucked and the spine cu...

Episode #65 | Dwi-pada Anantasana

Added 11/10/11
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Episode #65 | Dwi-pada Anantasana

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Pradiipadyasana - aka Candle. Typically performed as a way to safely exit a prolonged shoulder stand or plow posture, make sure the chin is tucked and the spine curved as you role forward (slowly) out of the pose.ere are many elements of classical ballet in play. Make sure to engage the "Bandas" while focusing on the proper "Driste".. The series is much easier to do if one flows with a proper breathing pattern inhaling on the up moves and exhaling when descending. Once mastered leg/core strength is assured.

Episode #64 | Vipat...
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16:00:00 12/16/10

Vipatayati - The "Glider" pose requires full concentration. There are many elements of classical ballet in play. Make sure to engage the "Bandas" while focusing on...

Episode #64 | Vipatayati

Added 12/16/10
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Episode #64 | Vipatayati

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Vipatayati - The "Glider" pose requires full concentration. There are many elements of classical ballet in play. Make sure to engage the "Bandas" while focusing on the proper "Driste".. The series is much easier to do if one flows with a proper breathing pattern inhaling on the up moves and exhaling when descending. Once mastered leg/core strength is assured.

Episode #63 | Maric...
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16:00:00 10/20/10

Marichyasana A - aka as the "bound forward hand around the knee pose", once bound; make sure to lead with the sternum, drawing the arms back in opposition. The str...

Episode #63 | Marichyasana A

Added 10/20/10
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Episode #63 | Marichyasana A

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Marichyasana A - aka as the "bound forward hand around the knee pose", once bound; make sure to lead with the sternum, drawing the arms back in opposition. The straight leg remains active during the entire routine.

Episode #62 | Vimanena
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16:00:00 10/07/10

Vimanena - aka the "Glider or Arabesque" places a premium on leg strength/endurance and grace. As the leg rises the upper core acts as a centering station for the ...

Episode #62 | Vimanena

Added 10/07/10
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Episode #62 | Vimanena

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Vimanena - aka the "Glider or Arabesque" places a premium on leg strength/endurance and grace. As the leg rises the upper core acts as a centering station for the posture. Keep the chest open arching the torso. Pay attention to the placement and positioning of the arms, hands and fingers.

Episode #61 | Padah...
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16:00:00 09/09/10

Padahastasana - aka the "Foot to Hand Posture" enables stretching of the hamstrings as well as the lower back. Start by putting emphasis on the heels, and then you...

Episode #61 | Padahastasana

Added 09/09/10
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Episode #61 | Padahastasana

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Padahastasana - aka the "Foot to Hand Posture" enables stretching of the hamstrings as well as the lower back. Start by putting emphasis on the heels, and then you may experiment with weight transfer, gently rocking from the heels to the balls of the feet and vice-versa. Do not to push forward too much, as you my lose your balance (falling forward ) on your face. Ouch!

Episode #60 | Eka P...
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16:00:00 08/17/10

Eka Pada Parsva Sarvangansana - aka the "2 legged Side Should-stand" places a premium on core strength as well as balance. The effect is much like a scale, slowly ...

Episode #60 | Eka Pada Parsva Sarvangansana

Added 08/17/10
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Episode #60 | Eka Pada Parsva Sarvangansana

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Eka Pada Parsva Sarvangansana - aka the "2 legged Side Should-stand" places a premium on core strength as well as balance. The effect is much like a scale, slowly finding center as the legs descend and rotate. Go slow and utilize a spotter for safety.

Episode #59 | Shala...
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16:00:00 06/30/10

Shalabhasana - The "Locust" position requires core and buttock power. Imagine rolling up and forward (with the breath) as opposed to straining. Keep the weight cen...

Episode #59 | Shalabhasana

Added 06/30/10
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Episode #59 | Shalabhasana

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Shalabhasana - The "Locust" position requires core and buttock power. Imagine rolling up and forward (with the breath) as opposed to straining. Keep the weight centered on the chin, and the back side becomes much lighter and willing to roll forward with gravity, as opposed to lifting by using brute force.

Episode #58 | Ardha...
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16:00:00 06/11/10

Ardha Matsyendrasana - The "Half Lord of the Fishes" posture is a series of spinal twists. Focus on keeping the crown of the head lifted, as an extension of the en...

Episode #58 | Ardha Matsyendrasana

Added 06/11/10
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Episode #58 | Ardha Matsyendrasana

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Ardha Matsyendrasana - The "Half Lord of the Fishes" posture is a series of spinal twists. Focus on keeping the crown of the head lifted, as an extension of the entire spinal column. Keep the column straight up and down (like a rod), simultaneously rotating the torso around the anchor.

Episode #57 | Kumbh...
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16:00:00 05/09/10

Kumbhakasana / Chaturanga Dandasana - The "Plank" requires sensitivity to all parts of the body. Rather than struggling imagine floating with the weight distribute...

Episode #57 | Kumbhakasana / Chaturanga Dandasana

Added 05/09/10
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Episode #57 | Kumbhakasana / Chaturanga Dandasana

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Kumbhakasana / Chaturanga Dandasana - The "Plank" requires sensitivity to all parts of the body. Rather than struggling imagine floating with the weight distributed equally between the hands, hips and feet. The "Four limbed" position is similar. Visualize even weight allotment between the arms and legs, sometimes referred to as the 4 equal posts posture.

Episode #56 | Maric...
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16:00:00 04/14/10

Marichasana / Utthita Hasta Padungushtasnana – "The Pose of the Sage Marichi" stretches the Achilles Tendon and the arch of the foot. When learning the position, h...

Episode #56 | Marichasana / Utthita Hasta Padungushtasnana

Added 04/14/10
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Episode #56 | Marichasana / Utthita Hasta Padungushtasnana

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Marichasana / Utthita Hasta Padungushtasnana – "The Pose of the Sage Marichi" stretches the Achilles Tendon and the arch of the foot. When learning the position, hold the foot with the opposite arm until finding center. When practicing the "Hand to Big Toe Pose" visualize taking a step forward to standup. Have a spotter, as there is a tendency to fall backwards.

Episode #55 | Ardha...
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16:00:00 03/18/10

Ardha Baddha Padma Prapardasnana – The "Half Bound Lotus Tiptoe Pose" requires balance, focus, foot and ankle strength. Pranayama Breathing is essential for equili...

Episode #55 | Ardha Baddha Padma Prapardasnana

Added 03/18/10
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Episode #55 | Ardha Baddha Padma Prapardasnana

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Ardha Baddha Padma Prapardasnana – The "Half Bound Lotus Tiptoe Pose" requires balance, focus, foot and ankle strength. Pranayama Breathing is essential for equilibrium. Practice with your back 1-3 inches away from a wall.

Episode #54 | Ardha...
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16:00:00 02/10/10

Ardha Sarvangasana / Urdhva Padmasana - The "One Legged Shoulder Stand" is an inversion pose that works with gravity. Relax; slow down the breath allowing the stre...

Episode #54 | Ardha Sarvangasana / Urdhva Padmasana

Added 02/10/10
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Episode #54 | Ardha Sarvangasana / Urdhva Padmasana

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Ardha Sarvangasana / Urdhva Padmasana - The "One Legged Shoulder Stand" is an inversion pose that works with gravity. Relax; slow down the breath allowing the stretch to go deeper. While the "Inverted Lotus" enables a heightened sense of awareness, a very nice position for meditation.

Episode #53 | Agni-...
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16:00:00 10/05/09

Agni-Prasana — aka the "Breath of Fire" will entirely charge the nervous system, causing the glands to secrete and purify the blood. When it is done with cer...

Episode #53 | Agni-Prasana

Added 10/05/09
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Episode #53 | Agni-Prasana

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Agni-Prasana %mdash aka the "Breath of Fire" will entirely charge the nervous system, causing the glands to secrete and purify the blood. When it is done with certain postures and movements, which are meant to put contracting (drawing in) or expanding (releasing) pressure in nerve plexuses and glandular centers, those areas are made to fire and become completely charged.

Episode #52 | Shita...
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16:00:00 09/11/09

Cooling breath — aka as "Shitali Pranayama" is a 5000 year old technique for cooling one’s body temperature down. Typically performed at the end of a yoga se...

Episode #52 | Shitali Pranayama

Added 09/11/09
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Episode #52 | Shitali Pranayama

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Cooling breath %mdash aka as "Shitali Pranayama" is a 5000 year old technique for cooling one’s body temperature down. Typically performed at the end of a yoga session, it acts as a natural alternative to consuming too much liquid on a warm day.

Episode #51 | Mukha...
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16:00:00 08/03/09

Mukha Bastrika — aka the "Cleansing Breath", helps to remove old, stagnant air from the lungs and cleanses the bloodstream of excess carbon dioxide, which is...

Episode #51 | Mukha Bastrika

Added 08/03/09
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Episode #51 | Mukha Bastrika

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Mukha Bastrika %mdash aka the "Cleansing Breath", helps to remove old, stagnant air from the lungs and cleanses the bloodstream of excess carbon dioxide, which is associated with mental fatigue, altered nerve sensations and physical weakness. The Cleansing Breath, as its name indicates, cleans and ventilates the lungs; it also tones up the entire respiratory system.

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Episode #47 | Garudasana

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Episode #47 | Garudasana
04/06/09

The "Standing Eagle" promotes balance and flexibility for the hips, shoulders, and hands. It is one of the only poses that you should start with bended knees, but as you accelerate upwards, of course the legs should be straightened. Keep the eyes and breath steady. Do not let the position steal your breath.