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Yoga Beyond Asana
Yoga is so much more than the perfect asana, it's about living a healthy and balanced life so you can feel mentally strong and calm, it is the secret to finding more peace in your world.
The asana practice, what we all typically think of when we think of yoga, is really a means to meditation. It gets the body flexible and supple enough so that you can sit comfortably for prolonged periods of meditation, Yoga is a discipline that leads us to individual consciousness, bringing into harmony the body, mind and spirit, it was never meant to be glorified in any way. It is the journey of learning to connect to our deepest, most authentic selves and all the other humans who walk the path with us…
Thinking About Yin Yoga Teacher Training?
Yoga was never intended to be a workout, it’s a lifestyle. The physical aspect of yoga is really only 20% of the practise and is what prepares the body and mind to meditate.
In the west we are so focused on the aesthetics of the yoga pose and whether we can touch our toes or do a handstand that we can often forget about the true essence of yoga. This kind of practice is very yang and can be detrimental to our bodies and minds if we focus too much on the external, pushing and pulling our bodies into certain postures without awareness and mindful movement…
Taking the Leap into Yoga Teacher Training
Imposter syndrome: “the persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud"
Most people suffer, at some point or another in their lives, with imposter syndrome.
Imposter syndrome stifles our potential and keeps us in our lower self. It stops us from moving forward in our lives and actually making decisions to do the things we truly desire.
Some of the main things that comes up in conversation when people want to take the next step on the yoga journey are…
Virtual yoga teacher training: pros and cons
In this last year the world has changed drastically and life is far different from how it used to be.
We have too, and yoga has to adapt to our current reality. Online has become the new everything and we can literally do anything and everything online, so why not yoga teacher training? Technology has given us the gift of being able to do things from the comfort of our own home and this is the next natural progression.
Honestly, it couldn’t be a better moment to do a yoga teacher training. With the whole world on stand by with very little travel and social life, why not make the most of this time and invest in your most important asset, yourself.
Building Confidence as a New Teacher
You’ve had the most incredible yoga teacher training experience and it comes to an end.
There is always a bittersweet feeling of accomplishment when you finish your training and saying goodbye to your yogi friends that you have shared this life changing experience with. The next natural step is to go out into the world and teach.
The truth is becoming a professional yoga teacher takes time and patience, it doesn’t happen overnight. The first class is always the hardest, but like anything we all have to start somewhere.
Yoga Story: A Profound Experience
“People say that yoga training is life changing, but I’ll admit I didn’t think it would have such a profound affect on me as it did!
Becoming a hot yoga instructor has been a dream of mine for years, but there was always something that got in the way. Work, money, timing, fear! Then just as I was about to give up the dream, I received an email from Evolation yoga about their new online training programme. I knew in that instant that it was a sign from the universe telling me ‘now is your time’.
Evolation Yoga Scholarships for Change
Like the rest of the world, we’ve been watching the past few weeks unfold with heavy hearts. We’ve spent this time listening, learning and seeking out marginalized voices so we can do better.
We want to say that Evolation Yoga stands in solidarity in the work for racial equality. This is not a political issue; this is a human issue. We recognize that there is still so much work to be done and we are dedicated to being a part of that growth — both in the yoga room and the wider world.
5 Healthy Ways to Manage Anxiety
As this global pandemic leaves us all in uncharted territory, it’s completely normal if you’re feeling new levels of anxiety. We’ve noticed people speaking more openly about their mental health during this time, which we believe is so important to support one another. So, here at Evolation Yoga, we thought we would share some of our best practices and perspectives you can adopt during this time to help you cope with anxiety or negative thoughts.
5 Common Downward Dog Mistakes
Downward dog is one of the most common and well-known yoga poses out there. If you’re new to yoga, it can be perceived in many ways. Some teachers might refer to it as a “resting pose”; perhaps while the arms are burning and the breath is laboured. Some studios host workshops on this posture alone. Therefore, it’s important to get a basic understanding of this foundational pose to help build your practice.