Dirgha Pranayama – The Three Part Breath
The dirgha pranayama, or the three part breath, is considered an important foundational breath practice and is safe for everyone. Uses the pattern of a three part breath using the lower lung (diaphragmatic), mid lung (intercostal), and high (clavicular).
Pranayama Through The Modern and Ancient Lens
Pranayama is a Sanskrit word well known by those that are studious in their practice of yoga. It is the fourth limb in the eight limbs of yoga as laid out by Maharishi Patanjali, which we study in depth in the SOYA 200 hour yoga teacher training. In his ancient text,...SOYA Year in Review – A Look Back at 2022
Looking back at 2022, to see the future. As we look forward into the New Year, it is also valuable to reflect upon the good that came out of the year that has just passed. We have fond memories of 2022 and they include so many of you and your endless support of SOYA!...
Sitting in Siddhasana
Siddhasana, also known as the Perfection Pose, is one of the postures of meditation recommended in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
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