In part 1 of this mini-series deconstructing one of the most universal aspects of yoga, the sun salutation, David Keil examines the anatomical aspects of the standing posture and how subtle variations can provide more grounding.| Yoganatomy
Yoga can potentially affect stress differently in different styles of yoga says research from a small pilot study summarized here.| Yoganatomy
The unique external and internal oblique muscles: Learn where to find them, what they do, and what yoga postures use them.| Yoganatomy
The erector spinae muscles: Learn where these important spinal muscles are found, what they do, and what yoga postures use them.| Yoganatomy
The research study we summarize here, suggests that yoga asana practice improves muscle endurance not just muscle strength.| Yoganatomy
There are large variations in intensity between styles of yoga based on oxygen consumption and heart rate.| Yoganatomy
Breathing with the diaphragm is practically the only choice. What are the alternatives? Good versus bad? Chest versus belly?| Yoganatomy