Nervous System Overview

Understanding the Marvels of the Nervous System: Your Body’s Electrical Wiring

“Welcome, fellow yogis and curious minds! Today, we embark on a journey to demystify the incredible world of the nervous system. From its defining characteristics to its intricate components, we will explore how this “electrical wiring” keeps our bodies functioning seamlessly. So, grab your mats and let’s dive into the fascinating realm of the nervous system!”

“Within the peripheral nervous system, we encounter the somatic and autonomic nervous systems. The somatic system controls conscious activities like movement, allowing us to gracefully flow through our yoga practice. In contrast, the autonomic system governs automatic functions such as breathing, heart rate, and the endocrine (hormone) system – the secret behind our body’s seamless coordination.”

“As devoted yogis, we can harness the power of our nervous system through our practice. By engaging in conscious movement, breath control, and meditation, we can influence the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. Yoga offers a sanctuary where we can find refuge from the stresses of modern life, ensuring our nervous systems find harmony and equilibrium.”

Issues of the Neck, Shoulders or Upper Back – Introduction

Shoulder Love: Taking Care of Your Upper Body in Ashtanga Yoga

Are you ready to dive into the world of shoulders, upper back, and neck care in your practice? In this blog post, we’ll explore the factors that can increase the likelihood of poor form in repetitive vinyasa, which can put your shoulders at risk. But don’t worry, we’ll also share some practices to help release tension and ways to increase your awareness for better upper body care.

Yoga & Epilepsy

Yoga for Epilepsy: Supporting Students on the Ashtanga Path

Introduction: Hey there, fellow Ashtangis! Today, let’s dive into a topic that is important for us as yoga teachers and practitioners: epilepsy and how we can support students who have experienced epileptic seizures. It’s crucial to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone on the mat, and understanding epilepsy is a big part of…