In every generation, there are individuals who continue to live actively until their last breath. Gerontologists have now recognized this phenomenon and labeled it as "successful aging."
This blog includes a practice video that demonstrates Pandiculation.

Have you ever considered doing yoga for several days in a row? Perhaps you have taken some yoga classes before, but have never experienced the full benefits when practicing yoga consistently. The Yoga Moves 10-day yoga challenge can help you with that.

Blogpost by James Reeves - including an audio guided mediation - about how to reconnect with your body.

Starting with meditation can seem daunting, but it can be a straightforward process. With everything going on in the world, it’s a solid time to explore meditation and whether it might be useful for you too.

In short: The way Simon combines functional anatomy, intrinsic strength, moving with freedom using more circular movements; and his unique way of supporting people to know themselves is what makes him one of the greatest Yang Yoga pioneers.

After more than 10 years of practicing yoga and 6 years of meditation, I am still scared of the hard work and the commitment it would involve. Sometimes I’m surprised by the dark feelings of criticism, fear and anger. But I faced up my fears.

Meditation is a deeply personal and intimate practice, for some, it may work wonders, but for others, sitting in contemplation, stillness and quieting the mind can be a great challenge… The question remains, is meditation for everyone?

I am falling over. I went to the Chiropractor yesterday and discovered I am leaning to my left. Even with all the yoga, awareness, hopes and struggles, I am not going to survive my karma and dharma: I am getting older. My body is shrinking.

I often ask myself, who is doing this breathing? Am I? Or, am I being breathed? Where does the breath begin within my body, heart, soul?

If embarking on a Yoga Teacher Training is on your wish list in 2023, ask yourself this: What do I want the outcome to be?; What are the results experienced by previous students?; Are those results consistent over time?

I always thought yoga was too slow. I grew up doing gymnastics, dance, kickboxing, and capoeira so when someone suggested I try yoga, I think I probably said something like ‘that’s boring and just stretching.’…

When you sign up for a yoga training program or an educational journey, don't you usually look for quality, experience, and trustable institutions? Then why not for your yoga education? How can this sad story I told above still happen?

When my mother was alive, I used to fight her tendency to view life’s bumps as opportunities. She was a half-cup-full woman. I, in contrast, was committed to learn how to feel my pain….

Why not consider building up the conversation of gratitude all the way into the new year?

The trouble with this question is not that we have fears or concerns. It’s that we doubt the process of becoming something. We forget that learning is a process….

…But via the art of listening with patience I learned to let go of my personal agenda and desires to get somewhere, and to surrender to …yeah … to what? I have no idea!

Do you consider joining the 200 hr Inner Axis program with Max Strom? Read this blog from Max about why you should become an Inner Axis teacher.

Although we’re grateful for online yoga classes, there are a few things missing if you only practice at home.

From an Ayurvedic perspective we follow the seasons. The start of Spring is the best time to support your internal cleansing process. Just like in nature, our body is constantly changing.

Gaining insight in your own specific constitution can help you make choices that are right for you. Curious to find out your own unique constitution? Do this Dosha Test.