Yoga’s 5 Warrior Poses: Benefits & Tips For Perfect Form
I’ve been practicing yoga for over 15 years now, and if there’s one group of poses that never fails to make me feel strong and grounded, it’s the Warrior poses. I remember my first class vividly—my legs were shaking in Warrior II, and I thought, “Who came up with this torture?” But with time, these […]
Downward Facing Dog for Beginners: 5 Ways to Practice
Hey there. If you’re new to yoga, or even if you’ve been dipping your toes in for a while, Downward Facing Dog—Adho Mukha Svanasana in Sanskrit—probably feels familiar yet intimidating. It’s that iconic inverted V shape you see everywhere, from studio classes to Instagram feeds. But here’s the truth: when I first started yoga over […]
Tree Pose: How to Practice Vrksasana
I’ve always loved Tree Pose—Vrksasana in Sanskrit—because it reminds me of those quiet moments in nature when everything just feels steady. A few years back, during a particularly chaotic time in my life, I turned to this pose daily. I’d wobble at first, frustrated, but over time it taught me patience and grounding. Now, it’s […]
Downward-Facing Dog: Alignment & Benefits
Hey there, fellow yoga lover. If you’ve ever stepped onto a mat, chances are you’ve spent some quality time in Downward-Facing Dog—Adho Mukha Svanasana in Sanskrit. It’s that iconic inverted V shape that pops up in almost every flow class, from gentle Hatha to sweaty Vinyasa. I remember my first yoga class years ago; the […]
Exploring Butterfly Pose Benefits: A Path to Enhanced Well-Being
I remember the first time I tried Butterfly Pose during a yoga class about ten years ago. I was sitting at a desk job all day, my hips felt like they were glued shut, and honestly, I thought this simple seated stretch looked too easy to make a difference. Boy, was I wrong. After just […]
Warrior Pose: 3 Variants For Hip Flexibility and Fortitude
I’ve always believed that some of the most transformative moments on the yoga mat come from poses that challenge us both physically and mentally. Warrior poses, or Virabhadrasana, are exactly that for me. Years ago, when I was dealing with chronically tight hips from long hours at a desk job and weekend hikes that left […]
Butterfly Pose Benefits: How and Why to Try This Yoga Move
I’ve always believed that some of the simplest yoga poses pack the biggest punch, and Butterfly Pose—also known as Baddha Konasana or Bound Angle Pose—is a perfect example. A few years ago, I was dealing with nagging lower back tightness from long hours at my desk job. One evening, I rolled out my mat, sat […]
Vriksasana (Tree Pose): Benefits, Steps & Variations
I’ve always loved how yoga poses can mirror life in unexpected ways. Take Vriksasana, or Tree Pose—it’s this simple standing balance that looks effortless when you watch an experienced yogi do it, but the first time I tried it years ago, I wobbled like a sapling in a storm. I remember tipping over in a […]
A Guide to Warrior Poses in Yoga
I’ve always loved how yoga turns everyday moments into something deeper. A few years back, I was going through a rough patch—job stress, feeling stuck, the usual chaos. One evening in class, the teacher cued us into Warrior II, and something clicked. Standing there with my legs strong, gaze steady over my fingertip, I felt […]
Winning in Warrior Pose III: Mastering Virabhadrasana III with the Jason Crandell Yoga Method
I remember my first real encounter with Warrior III like it was yesterday. I’d been practicing yoga for a couple of years, feeling pretty confident in my handstands and arm balances, when this pose humbled me completely. Three seconds in, and I’d topple over, arms flailing like a windmill in a storm. Sound familiar? If […]