Clearing the jewel of perception– what ashtanga’s really good at. Link to fu…
Clearing the jewel of perception– what ashtanga’s really good at. Link to full video in bio. Wanna chat about your practice? Reach out for some coaching.
There are some peculiar ideas about what kind of body can practice yoga well.…
There are some peculiar ideas about what kind of body can practice yoga well. If you’re a teacher and you don’t have a strategy for ensuring inclusivity in your teaching it means you’ve got a growth opportunity. In my yoga room, all bodies are welcome.
The Counts in Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana **Unlock the Rhythm of Your Practic…
The Counts in Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana **Unlock the Rhythm of Your Practice: Understanding the Counts in Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana** Dive into the transformative world of Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana, or Half Bound Lotus Forward Bend, a foundational pose in the Ashtanga primary series. This blog unravels the intricate dance of the nine guiding counts that breathe…
Video: Mutual Growth and Respect in Ashtanga Pedagogy This is a video about M…
Video: Mutual Growth and Respect in Ashtanga Pedagogy This is a video about Mutual Growth and Respect in Ashtanga Pedagogy at my site and on youtube. I’ve been doing this for a long time now (can you believe it?). Reach out if you want some coaching. https://michaeljoelhall.com/coaching 00:00 Introduction to Student-Teacher Dynamics in Ashtanga Yoga…
Understanding Healthy and Restricted Breathing in Yoga Practice **Excerpt: Un…
Understanding Healthy and Restricted Breathing in Yoga Practice **Excerpt: Understanding Healthy and Restricted Breathing in Yoga Practice** Breath is the bridge between mind and body, a rhythmic dance that nourishes every cell and influences our emotional landscape. In our latest blog post, we dive deep into the art of breathing—an often-overlooked aspect of yoga practice….
Body Scan Meditation: A Guided Approach to Awareness **Unlocking Inner Awaren…
Body Scan Meditation: A Guided Approach to Awareness **Unlocking Inner Awareness: The Body Scan Meditation** In our fast-paced world, finding moments of stillness can feel like a luxury. Enter the body scan meditation—a transformative practice that invites you to reconnect with your physical self. Whether integrated into *Savasana*, a restorative pose, or seated meditation, this…
Practicing in community can fuel consistency. Consistency can be incredibly d…
Practicing in community can fuel consistency. Consistency can be incredibly difficult. Let your community help.
Video: The Courage to Be Vulnerable Embracing Fear: The True Meaning of Coura…
Video: The Courage to Be Vulnerable Embracing Fear: The True Meaning of Courage Courage isn’t about being fearless. It’s about standing firm when fear tries to push you down. It’s about surviving when the world seems determined to break you. There are forces out there that are trying to hold you down. You can push…
Video: Body Diversity in Ashtanga This is a video about Body Diversity in Ash…
Video: Body Diversity in Ashtanga This is a video about Body Diversity in Ashtanga. Visit michaeljoelhall.com/coaching to book a session if you’d like to chat about your practice. 00:00 Body Diversity in Ashtanga 00:23 The Functional System of Ashtanga Yoga 00:42 The Myth of the Yoga Body 00:54 Promoting Inclusivity in Yoga 01:09 Embracing an…
Breath of Life: Exploring the Philosophy of Pranayama in Ashtanga Yoga Pranay…
Breath of Life: Exploring the Philosophy of Pranayama in Ashtanga Yoga Pranayama is powerful. Prepare to liberate yourself from the confines of restriction and dive deep into the philosophy that encourages you to breathe freely and fully. Join the conversation on the Breath of Life—where every inhale nourishes your being and every exhale releases the…