Yoga

B.K.S. Iyengar brought yoga to the people

Byflemco May 25, 2019June 25, 2019

B.K.S. Iyengar died on Aug. 20, 2014, at the age of 95. During his life, he searched for ways that allowed everyone to experience the benefits of yoga. He came up with many inventive yoga pose modifications. His inventions help each person feel the actions in their body and beyond.

Mr. Iyengar is accredited with the integration (and even invention in some cases) of props such as blankets, blocks, belts, special benches, chairs, bungees and ropes. Mr. Iyengar might even have been the first person to put a student on a mat!

Today we miss Mr. Iyengar, however his teaching lives on through his son, granddaughter, and many more worldwide certified Iyengar yoga teachers. There are tributes to him everywhere.

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It is good to have goals

Byflemco June 1, 2019June 25, 2019

Some days, as we begin class, I ask you to envision your goals for your practice. Some goals you might have for your yoga practice could include: weight loss less pain better flexibility peace improved confidence or even Downward-facing Dog Pose If you have been practicing yoga for a while now, what goals have you…

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True Nature of Health

ByNicole Murphy April 1, 2020March 9, 2021

In his book Light on Life, Mr. Iyengar says, “Most people ask only from their body that it does not trouble them. Most people feel that they are healthy if they are not suffering from illness or pain, not aware of the imbalances that exist in their bodies and minds that ultimately will lead to…

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Spring Cleaning Is As Old As Time

ByNicole Murphy April 17, 2020March 10, 2021

Spring cleaning isn’t just for your home; it is also for your mind and body. Take a look at this excerpt from Light On Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar about the topic of cleanliness: “Purity of body is essential for well-being. While good habits like bathing purify the body externally, asana (yoga poses) and pranayama (regulation…

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The Lymphatic System

ByNicole Murphy July 17, 2020March 30, 2021

When white blood cells come into contact with viruses and bacteria, they form antibodies to fight the specific threat and cause an immune response in the whole body. Anatomy of the Lymphatic System The main parts of the Lymph System are: Lymph The lymph is fluid that is collected from the tissues and cavities between…

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What is the big Deal with Alignment?

ByNicole Murphy July 22, 2019

Alignment in the asanas may seem to deal only with the physical body, but the asanas affect the chemical messages sent from the brain as well changing every cell in the body for positive or negative. When the asanas are practiced with discrimination and awareness; they bring the body, mind, intelligence, nerves, consciousness, and the…

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Videos Versus Live Classes Versus In-Person Classes

ByNicole Murphy June 22, 2020March 29, 2021

Our yoga community is special! I can honestly say that the people you see when you come to a yoga class at Grace Yoga are unique. I know there are friendly people at other yoga studios, but in most cases, you won’t get more than a nod from them. At Grace Yoga, people introduce themselves…

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