by The Oxygen Yoga Team | Oct 7, 2019 | OYF Blog
Taking a step back from last week’s pose of the week, headstand, we find ourselves at what we call teddy bear headstand or teddy bear pose. While this pose isn’t a “true yoga pose” it’s a great way to modify headstand until you’re ready to get yourself all the way...
by The Oxygen Yoga Team | Sep 30, 2019 | OYF Blog
Inversions, like headstand, can be very intimidating poses. Being upside down can feel amazing but the idea of getting yourself into that position can feel downright frightening! Many worry that they will get hurt if they come into headstand, but preparing yourself...
by The Oxygen Yoga Team | Sep 23, 2019 | OYF Blog
Bow pose, or dhanurasana, named after the bow of an archer, can be an intense backbend and heart-opening pose. It’s a beautiful pose that counteracts all the sitting hunched forward that we do, but it definitely requires some practice (and warming up!). Can you modify...
by The Oxygen Yoga Team | Sep 16, 2019 | OYF Blog
If you find standing balance postures difficult, don’t worry! Most people are in the same boat as you! Extended hand to big toe pose looks intimidating but it’s definitely adjustable to your current level of balance and flexibility! Benefits: Works on flexibility in...
by The Oxygen Yoga Team | Sep 9, 2019 | OYF Blog
If you’ve taken a freedom flow class at the studio before, then you’ve probably experienced warrior II pose, virabhadrasana II, in some variation. This full body pose is a great way to challenge strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility all at the same time!...
by The Oxygen Yoga Team | Sep 2, 2019 | OYF Blog
Reverse Prayer Pose or Paschim Namaskarasana looks intimidating, with your hands behind your back and demanding a level of flexibility that is not yet accessible to many of us. But don’t be discouraged! There are many ways to access this pose, or halfway to this pose,...
