SEASONAL YOGA: SPRING The onset of spring (March–April) is usually marked by an increase in the Kapha dosha, which has been building up throughout the cold and damp winter. The *Charaka Samhita* states that as the Sun begins to grow stronger, it liquefies the accumulated Kapha …
Yin Yoga is a form of yoga in which poses are held statically, usually for between 2 and 5 minutes. This postural stillness allows the Chinese meridians to be stretched and helps to develop mindfulness. My own practice of Yin Yoga led me to realise that in …
TURMERIC, THE DETOXIFYING ROOT Turmeric is a plant related to ginger, as both belong to the Zingiberaceae family. It is a key ingredient in Indian cuisine, forming part of curry, and is also widely used by Ayurvedic practitioners for its many therapeutic properties. Its …
APANA VAYU. Downward movement. Have you ever wondered just how wise the body is? There are five involuntary movements governed by the Vata dosha, known as SUB-PRANAS, which enable us to remain balanced and healthy. When these movements become unbalanced, symptoms of discomfort and even illnesses can arise. One of these …
En Medicina Tradicional China, el Invierno es la estación donde predomina el elemento Agua, regido por los Zang Fu (Órganos) Riñón y Vejiga. La dieta es una de las herramientas terapéuticas de esta medicina milenaria junto a la acupuntura, masaje Tuina, fitoterapia, ejercicio físico, etc. Adaptar nuestra dieta a la …
IS THERAPEUTIC YOGA ALWAYS NECESSARILY RESTORATIVE? IT DEPENDS… From an Ayurvedic perspective, we are composed of elements in varying proportions. These elements, when combined in pairs, give rise to the “Ayurvedic biotypes” known as DOSHAS. – THE PRACTICE of RESTORATIVE YOGA increases the EARTH element, which is lacking in the VATA doshas…
The Sanskrit word “Spanda” is derived from the root “spadi”, which means ‘to move slightly’ (kimcit calana). By this, we refer to the constant pulsation or vibration throughout the Universe, from the smallest to the largest. To the continuous, cyclical flow, similar to our breathing, which is punctuated by …
HOW WOULD YOU DEFINE YOUR BODY? This question has long been on the minds of those who study the body. For many years, the answer has been that the body is a marvellous, well-oiled “machine” in which every part is perfectly coordinated and trained to perform its function. To a certain extent …
WHY ARE THERE SO MANY STYLES OF YOGA? Have you ever wondered why some people feel healthier practising Rocket Yoga, others Iyengar Yoga and others Yin Yoga? Is there one style of Hatha Yoga that is better than another? What determines which style of yoga is the most suitable …
Hace unos 7 años una persona vio que anuncié un taller titulado “Yoga Ayurvédico”. Ésta practicante de Yoga me dijo “qué te gustan las cosas modernitas”. Me impactó tanto su frase que siempre cuento la anécdota y sobre todo desde entonces me siento en la necesidad de dar a conocer …