David Keil revisits the issue of sit bone pain in this yoga anatomy article and discusses which trigger points and muscles could be contributing to the pain. It's not always about the hamstrings!| Yoganatomy
What are the anatomical keys to bakasana B? Learn the anatomy and relevant techniques for evolving this challenging pose.| Yoganatomy
Hamstring injuries are prevalent in yoga. In our survey, we found some very interesting facts about what is going on in forward bends and hamstring injuries. The data may surprise you!| Yoganatomy
In part 2 of this mini-series, David Keil examines a seemingly simple aspect of the sun salutation, raising the arms above the head, looking at the anatomical movements involved and potential problems that can occur.| Yoganatomy
David deconstructs the anatomy of utthita hasta padangusthasana. Explore multiple intentions for this posture and gain insights into how to evolve it.| Yoganatomy
A complete and detailed breakdown of the shoulder joint, shoulder girdle, how and when shoulder pain or injuries occur, and what you can do about it.| Yoganatomy
Ashtanga yoga is a flowing yoga style rooted in the vinyāsa krama practices of Krishnamacharya. It's adaptable to all levels of students.| Yoganatomy
Explore the anatomy of what is happening in bhujapidasana and learn techniques for evolving this challenging posture.| Yoganatomy
Check out Part 4 of the Sun Salutation Series and explore the seemingly simple - Look Up Position.| Yoganatomy
There is more than one way to jump back into high plank or chaturanga. Here we explore some of the differences and why you might do one over the other.| Yoganatomy
Find out how yoga may help an Antarctic expedition team manage the physical and mental stress of doing research at remote locations.| Yoganatomy
David deconstructs two variations on standing forward bend, padagusthasana and pada hastasana. Gain insights into how to evolve your pose.| Yoganatomy
This month, David answers the question: Should we jump into plank or chaturanga position? David describes the difference between these two movements and explains why either could be the right choice, depending on the situation.| Yoganatomy
Based on our survey of over 2000 yoga practitioners, learn about experiences with shoulder injuries in yoga and chaturanga injury.| Yoganatomy
Find out when and how practitioners modify their Ashtanga yoga practice based on our survey of more than 900 people.| Yoganatomy
An exploration of the psoas major and iliacus muscles. Learn about iliopsoas function, dysfunction, and when to stretch or strengthen.| Yoganatomy
The research study we summarize here suggests that muscle activation is greater during dynamic yoga transitions than during static poses.| Yoganatomy
There are large variations in intensity between styles of yoga based on oxygen consumption and heart rate.| Yoganatomy
Drishti practice incorporates focusing your external gaze on a fixed point with the intention of also holding your mental focus on that point.| Yoganatomy