Knowledge Base

• Academy
  • Adapting + Teaching and Professional Essentials
    • Adapting
      • Mental Health
        • Yoga & Anxiety – Practices to Consider
      • Other Joint Issues
        • Injuries & Conditions: Wrist Issues
        • Teaching Considerations for Knee Issues & Promoting Knee Health
  • Anatomy & Physiology
    • Physiology
      • Physiology Introduction
        • Anatomy & Study for Promoting Safety and Accommodations
  • Humanities
    • Philosophy
      • Eight Limbs
        • Eight Limbs
          • Asana Philosophy & Theory – Definition & Purpose of Asana
  • Teaching and Professional Essentials
    • Teaching Techniques
      • Teaching Methodology Foundations
        • Guidelines for Teaching with Themes
        • Practice & Knowledge
        • Promoting Student Safety
        • Skillful Teaching
  • Yoga Techniqiues
    • Meditation
      • Meditation Techniques
        • Metta / Loving-Kindness Meditation
  • Yoga Techniques
    • Mudra / Drishti / Bandha
      • Mudras
        • Ashtanga Drishtis by Pose
        • Drishti: Going Deeper
• Adapting
  • Back & Spinal Conditions
    • About Low Back Pain
    • Back & Spinal Conditions
    • Issues of the Neck + Shoulders or Upper Back
    • Neck + Shoulder & Upper Back Care
    • OPLL
    • Scoliosis
    • Spondylolysis & Spondylolisthesis
    • Upper Back General Approach
    • Upper Back Issues & Causes
    • Yoga for Low Back Pain
  • Hip Issues
    • Hip Issues Introduction
    • Hip Strengthening Exercises to Prepare for Asana
    • Poses & Adaptations for Hip Health & Hip Issues
    • Sacroiliac / SI Joints Anatomy + Pain & Issues
    • Sciatica & Piriformis Syndrome
  • Mental Health
    • Mental Health Introduction
    • The DSM & Diagnosable Mental Health Disorders
    • Yoga & Anxiety ‚Äì Practices to Consider
    • Yoga & Anxiety: Introduction
    • Yoga & Depression Practices to Consider
    • Yoga & Depression: Introduction
    • Yoga & Mental Health
  • Other Joint Issues
    • Anatomy of Knees + Lower Legs & Feet
    • Anatomy of the Knees: Function & Issues
    • Injuries & Conditions: Wrist Issues
    • Teaching Considerations for Knee Issues & Promoting Knee Health
  • Pain
    • About Chronic Pain
    • Working with Pain
    • Yoga for Chronic Pain
  • Trauma
    • Healing Trauma & PTSD
    • Trauma & PTSD Introduction
    • Trauma Informed Teaching
    • Trauma Other Therapies
• Adapting +Teaching and Professional Essentials
  • Adapting
    • Back & Spinal Conditions
      • Back & Spinal Conditions
• Anatomy & Physiology
  • Anatomy & Biomechanics
    • Anatomy General Considerations
      • Anatomy for Safety & Accommodations
    • Core Anatomy
      • Core Form & Function
      • Core Fundamental Teachings
      • ENS + Emotion + Energy
      • TA & Engaging Deeper Abs
    • More Joints
      • The Shoulder Girdle: Function & Issues
      • The Shoulder Girdle: Introduction
    • Musculoskeletal System
      • Connective Tissue & Fascia
      • Joint Movements & Mobility
      • Location & Movement Terminology
      • Muscle Movement & Contraction
      • Muscle Pairs & Pose Examples
      • Musculoskeletal System Intro
    • Pelvis & Hip
      • Hip Muscles
      • Pelvic Floor
      • Pelvis & Hips Anatomy Introduction
    • Spine & Back Anatomy & Posture
      • Back Muscles
      • Healthy Posture
      • Postural Issues & Conditions
      • Spinal Functions
      • Spinal Movements
      • Spinal Regions & Vertebrae
      • Spine & Back Teaching Considerations
    • The Psoas
      • Common Issues
      • Function & Connections
      • Psoas Introduction
      • Teaching Considerations
  • Physiology
    • Digestion
      • About Digestive Conditions & Issues
      • Anatomy & Physiology of the Digestive System
      • Energy & Subtle Body Connections
      • How Yoga Can Help with Immunity
      • The Immune & Lymphatic Systems Introduction
      • Yoga Practices to Support Digestion
    • Flexibility & Stretching
      • Anatomy & Physiology of Flexibility & Stretching
      • Stretch-Related Reflexes
      • Stretching Issues & Techniques
    • Nervous System & Stress
      • Nervous System Overview
      • Stress & Relaxation Response
      • The Vagus Nerve
      • Why Yoga Works
    • Physiology Introduction
      • Anatomy & Study for Promoting Safety and Accommodations
      • How Yoga Supports Health
      • Studying & Teaching Anatomy & Physiology
    • Respiratory Anatomy
      • Accessory Muscles & More
      • Respiratory Anatomy Introduction
• Humanities
  • History
    • Branches of Yoga
    • Origins & Sources of Yoga
    • Respiratory Anatomy Introduction
  • Philosophy
    • Beliefs + Consciousness + Unconsciousness
      • The Power and Pitfalls of Belief
        • About Beliefs + Vikalpas + Unconscious Limiting Beliefs
        • Samskaras + Vasanas + Habits
        • The Allegory of the Cave
        • The Hero‚Äôs Journey: The Process of Personal Transformation
        • The Subconscious / Unconscious / Shadow & Uncovering Limited Beliefs
        • Transforming Limiting Beliefs / Reprogramming the Subconscious + Pratipaksha Bhavana / Cultivating the Opposite
        • Why Beliefs are So Powerful
    • Eight Limbs
      • Asana Philosophy & Theory ‚Äì Definition & Purpose of Asana
      • Dharana Philosophy
      • Dharana Practices
      • Dhyana
      • Eight Limbs Intro & Overview
      • Kleshas & Kriya Yoga
        • Abhinivesha
        • Asmita
        • Avidya
        • Kleshas Introduction
        • Kriya Yoga
        • Raga & Dvesha
        • Weakening Kleshas
      • Niyamas
        • Ishvara Pranidhana
        • Santosha
        • Saucha
        • Svadhyaya
        • Tapas
      • Pratyahara Philosophy
      • Pratyahara Practices
      • Samadhi
      • Yamas
        • Ahimsa
        • Aparigraha
        • Asteya
        • Brahmacharya
        • Satya
      • Yamas & Niyamas Intro & Overview
    • Yoga Philosophy Intro
      • Bhagavad Gita Introduction
      • Defining Yoga
      • Foundational Philosophies
      • Yoga Sutras Context
      • Yoga Sutras Structure & Overview
  • Sanskrit
    • Sanskrit Introduction
    • Sanskrit Study & Teaching Tips
    • Suggestions for Sanskrit Words to Include in Teaching
• Professional Essentials
  • Ethics & Equity
    • Body Positivity + Larger Bodies
    • Cultural Appropriation & Cultural Exchange
    • Equity in Yoga ‚Äì Inclusion & Diversity
    • Inclusive & Accepting Word Choice
    • Teacher-Student Relationships & Ethics
  • Personal Practice & Self-Care
    • Inspiration to Teach
    • Personal Practice & Study
    • Reaching Your Teaching Potential
    • Self-Care & Burnout
  • Presence
    • Body Language
    • Teaching Authentically
    • The Sonic Components of Voice
    • Wise Word Choice
  • Professional Development
    • Building Your Business & Revenue Streams
    • Business Insurance & Continuing Education
    • Marketing Your Yoga Business
    • Reaching Your Teaching Potential
    • the business of teaching
• Teaching and Professional Essentials
  • Teaching Methodology
    • Student Types
      • Adaptation Principles
      • Beginners Intro
      • Beginners: Clarity
      • Beginners: Pose Versions
      • Beginners: Sequencing
      • Beginners: Student Safety
      • Beginners: What Students Want
      • Intermediate / Advanced Students
      • Mixed Level Classes
      • Pregnancy & Yoga
      • Teaching Seniors
      • Yoga & Pregnancy Cautions
  • Teaching Techniques
    • Teaching Methodology Foundations
      • Adjustment & Assisting Guidelines
      • Choosing Cues
      • Defining & Teaching Alignment
      • General Alignment Principles
      • Guidelines for Teaching with Themes
      • Mindful Asana Transitions
      • Practice & Knowledge
      • Promoting Student Safety
      • Sacred Space & Ritual
      • Skillful Teaching
      • Space & Logistics Checklist
      • Teaching Methodology Foundations
• Teaching Methodology
  • Alignment + Adjustments & Transitions
    • Alignment Approaches
    • Choosing Cues
    • Defining and Teaching Alignment
    • Difficulties in Cueing Standing Poses
    • Difficulties in Cueing the Spine
    • General Alignment Principles
  • Sequencing
    • Choosing & Arranging Poses
    • Class Elements + Tools & Practices
    • Inviting Inspiration
    • Segmenting Your Class
    • Sequencing & Pacing to Balance Energy
    • Sequencing Fundamentals & Guidelines
  • Strategic Planning
    • Class Planning: Workshops + Courses + Series
    • Creating Strategic Teaching Plans
    • Self-Inquiry & Vision
    • Setting Measurable Objectives
  • Student Safety Foundations
    • About Contraindications & Alternatives
    • About Sensation & Pain
    • Injuries & Conditions in Yoga
    • When to Refer Out
    • Yoga Practices for Pregnancy / Prenatal Students
• Themes
  • Wise Practice & Other Common Themes
    • Dharma & Individual Uniqueness
    • Embodiment & Grounding
    • Inner Attention
    • Intentions + Sankalpa + Resolutions
    • Namaste / Namaskar
    • Present Moment Awareness
    • Sthira Sukham Asanam / Right Effort
    • Wise Practice
    • Yoga & Balance
• Uncategorized
• Yoga Class
• Yoga Sutras Context
• Yoga Techniqiues
  • Ashtanga Vinyasa Counts
  • Chanting and Sound
    • Sound
      • Aum / Om
      • Bija & Chakra Bija Mantras
      • Mantra Practice Guidelines
      • Yoga of Sound Introduction
  • Meditation
    • Meditation Foundations
      • Meditation & Mindfulness Introduction
      • Meditation Effects
      • Meditation Teaching Tips & Considerations
    • Meditation Techniques
      • Body Scan
      • Breath Observation
      • Going Deeper with Gregor Maehle
      • Guided Visualizations
      • Meditation Challenges & Issues
      • Metta / Loving-Kindness Meditation
      • Mindfulness Meditation
      • More Meditation Techniques
      • Moving Meditation
• Yoga Techniques
  • Asana
    • Asana Foundations
      • Asana
      • Asana Categories Summary
      • Definition & Purpose of Asana
      • Pose Categories & Families Intro
    • Backbending Poses
      • Backbending
      • Backbends
      • Bhujangasana & Salabhasana
      • Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
      • Eka Pada Rajakapotasana
      • Salabhasana (Locust Pose) ‚Äì Nose
      • Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)
      • Supta Virasana (Reclined Hero)
      • Urdhva Dhanurasana (Upward Bow)
      • Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward Facing Dog)
      • Ustrasana (Camel Pose) ‚Äì Nose
    • Balancing and Arm Balance Poses
      • Adho Mukha Vrksasana (Handstand)
      • Anantasana (Side Reclining Leg Lift)
      • Bakasana (Crane Pose) ‚Äì Nose
      • Balancing & Arm Balance
      • Vrksasana (Tree)
    • Core Strengthening Poses
      • Core Strengthening
      • Navasana (Boat Pose)‚Äì Nose
      • Plank & Chaturanga
      • Vasisthasana (Side Plank)
    • Forward Bending Poses
      • Apanasana (Knees to Chest)
      • Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose)
      • Dandasana (Staff Pose)
      • Forward Bends
      • Forwardbending
      • Gomukhasana (Cow Face Pose)
      • Hanumanasana & Anjaneyasana (Monkey Pose & Low Lunge)
      • Janu Sirsasana (Head to Knee Pose) ‚Äì Toes
      • Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)
      • Supta Padangusthasana (Reclined Hand to Toe Pose)
      • Upavistha Konasana (Seated Wide-Angle Pose)
    • Inversion Poses
      • Halasana (Plow Pose)
      • Inversions
      • Salamba Sirsasana (Supported Headstand)
    • Restorative Yoga
      • Restorative Yoga Part 1
      • Restorative Yoga Part 2
    • Standing Poses
      • Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog)
      • Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon)
      • Asana Category: Standing Poses
      • Crescent Lunge
      • Goddess Pose
      • Parivrtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle)
      • Parsvottanasana (Intense Side Stretch / Pyramid)
      • Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide Legged Standing Forward Bend)
      • Samasthiti
      • Standing Postures
      • Urdhva Hastasana (Upward Salute) & Standing Backbends
      • Utkatasana (Fierce / Chair)
      • Uttanasana & Other Standing Forward Bends
      • Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle)
      • Utthita Trikonasana (Extended Triangle)
      • Virabhadrasana I (Warrior 1)
      • Virabhadrasana II (Warrior 2)
      • Virabhadrasana III (Warrior 3)
    • Surya Namaskar
      • Asana & Sequences
      • Cautions & Alignment
      • Inspiration & Devotion
      • Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide Legged Standing Forward Bend) – Nose
      • Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Yoga Overview & History
      • Variations
    • Twisting
      • Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes)
      • Bharadvajasana (Bharadvaja Sage Twist)
      • Jathara Parivartanasana (Revolved Abdomen)
      • Twists
    • Yin Yoga
      • About the Polarities of Yin & Yang
      • Yin Yoga Overview
      • Yin Yoga Poses & Sequences
  • Bandha
    • Bandhas Introduction
    • Jalandhara Bandha
    • Mula Bandhas
  • Breath and Pranayama
    • Breathing Foundations
      • Basic Breath Training
      • Breath Teaching Caution
      • Natural Breathing
      • Pranayama Teaching Foundations
      • Restricted Breathing
      • Yogic Breathing
    • Energy & Subtle Body
      • Energy & Subtle Body Anatomy
    • Pranayama Techniques
      • Agni Sara
      • Brahmari
      • Breathing Practices for Conditions
      • Kapalabhati & Bhastrika
      • Kundalini Breath of Fire
      • More Cooling Practices
      • More Heating Practices
      • Nadi Shodhana
      • Ujjayi
      • Ujjayii
  • Drishti
    • Ashtanga Drishtis by Pose
    • Drishti Intro
    • Drishti: Going Deeper
  • Mudra / Drishti / Bandha
    • Mudras
      • Anjali / Atmanjali Mudra
      • Hand Mudras Introduction
      • Mudras Introduction
      • Mudras: Introduction
  • Subtle Body
    • Subtle Body Foundations
      • Chakras Introduction
      • Energy & Subtle Body Anatomy
      • Koshas Overview
      • Prana Vayus
      • Pranayama Philosophy
• Yoga Technniques
  • Chanting and Sound
    • Chanting
      • Mantras & Chanting Introduction