Archive | January, 2012

Which Qualities Make a Good Yogi?

Taking stock before the plunge So, as I’m about to embark on my Yoga Teacher Training journey in just a few days, I decided to sit down and take some personal stock as to why I want to do this. I mean, there are the obvious intrinsic reasons…proper health, peace of mind, altruistic feelings from [...]

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Yoga and Flexibility: The Disconnect

Yoga’s not just about flexibility. Really I remember when I was newly hired at a restaurant and I was making small talk with my then manager, John. John asked, “So, what do you do on your off time.” To which I replied, “Well lately I spend a lot time practicing yoga. I’m studying to teach [...]

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On the Mat With…Tamal Dodge

Born into it Some people are born to do what it is they do and Tamal Dodge is no exception. He was quite literally born into Yoga. Raised in his family’s ashram in Hawaii, Tamal has been teaching yoga for the last 10 years. With his star on the rise – he has a new [...]

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Yoga Newbie – Mountain Pose

Answers to your essential Yoga questions One of the most common questions we get at Yoga for Men is “How can I begin my home practice?” While there are many answers to this broad question, the solution varies greatly depending upon which stage of practice you are in, and what your prior physical history has [...]

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