YOGA CHALLENGE

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search for yoga book

jennIRL — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:44:07 -0800

years ago, i had this wonderful yoga book that had poses organized by what you wanted to accomplish -- balance, flexibility, strength, focus, etc. it also had lovely black and white photographs. it was lost some time ago, and i haven't been able to find it since -- mostly because it's so hard to find a yoga book when you don't know the author, and they're all titled the same thing. has anyone else ever used this book or something like it? i'd really love to find it again!

YOGA VIDEO: Standing Hand to Big Toe A

FitSugar — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 10:27:59 -0700

Here's a video showing how to get into the latest YOGA CHALLENGE called Standing Hand to Big Toe from a Standing Forward Bend. (I love this trick!)

If it's too hard to lift your leg and keep it straight, just bend your knee and then once you're balanced, you can work on straightening your lifted leg.

Don't forget to post photos of you trying this pose here in the YOGA CHALLENGE group. Here's how to post your photos.

Standing Hand to Big Toe

kevindineen — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 09:28:15 -0700

This is one of my favorite balancing poses. It really stretches out my hamstrings and feels good on my lower back...

YOGA CHALLENGE: Standing Hand to Big Toe A

FitSugar — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 14:30:00 -0700

Here's the latest Yoga Challenge for you to try.

Sanskrit name: Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana A
English translation: Extended Hand to Big Toe Pose
Also called: Standing Hand to Big Toe A

This balancing pose is great because it's a lot less scary than balancing inversions like the last challenge called Double Arm Headstand. This pose stretches out the hamstrings, shoulders, and encourages a long and extended spine. There are actually four variations to this pose, and this is the first one, hence the "A" at the end of its name.

If you are new to this pose, first work on balancing on one foot - don't worry if your knees are bent. After you've gotten the hang of that, work on straightening your left leg first, and then your right.

Don't Forget! Get a friend to snap a picture of you doing it. Then go to the YOGA CHALLENGE group. If you aren't already a member, click on the word "Subscribe" on the left-hand side under the black & white photo. If you're not sure how to post your picture to the group, check out this explanation. I'll choose my favorite and post it right here on FitSugar.

If you want to hear how to get into this pose, then read more

Stand on your mat or flat on a wood floor. Put all your weight into your left foot, and lift your right foot up. Bend the knee so you can grab onto your right big toe with the first two fingers and thumb of your right hand. Bring your left hand to your hip.
Work on straightening your standing leg first (left leg), and then you can work on straightening your right leg.
Try to lengthen through your spine, and if you want, you can work on folding forward towards your extended leg.

That's it! Can't wait to see your pics in the YOGA CHALLENGE group. Click here to see all the photos.

YOGA VIDEO: Trick for Going from Bound Headstand to Double Arm Headstand

FitSugar — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 16:18:29 -0700

Here's a cool trick to go from Bound Headstand to Double Arm Headstand without letting your feet touch the floor!

Don't forget to post photos of you trying out Double Arm Headstand here, in the YOGA CHALLENGE group - I'll choose my fave and post it on FitSugar.

YOGA CHALLENGE VIDEO: Double Arm Headstand Against a Wall

FitSugar — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 09:23:42 -0700

If the latest YOGA CHALLENGE seems tough, you can work on Double Arm Headstand against a wall. Here's how...

Don't forget to post photos of you trying out this pose here, in the YOGA CHALLENGE group - I'll choose my fave and post it on FitSugar.

YOGA CHALLENGE VIDEO: Double Arm Headstand

FitSugar — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 19:20:52 -0700

Hey all you yogis and non-yogis out there.

The latest YOGA CHALLENGE is called Double Arm Headstand. Take a picture of yourself and post it in the YOGA CHALLENGE group. Can't wait to see..

YOGA CHALLENGE: Double Arm Headstand

FitSugar — Tue, 22 May 2007 17:15:00 -0700

Are you ready for the latest YOGA CHALLENGE? Oh good. Since you've been practicing Bound Headstand, here's a variation for you to try called Double Arm Headstand.

It just takes a little practice to distribute the weight evenly across your arms and head, but once you get it, you'll say "Oh, this is just like Bound Headstand!"

Sanskrit Name: Baddha Hasta Sirsasana B
English Translation: Bound Hands Headstand Posture B
Also Called: Double Arm Headstand

Get a friend to snap a picture of you doing it. Then go to the YOGA CHALLENGE group. If you aren't already a member, click on the word "Subscribe" on the left-hand side under the black & white photo. If you're not sure how to post your picture to the group, check out this explanation.

Are you ready? If you want to know how to get into Double Arm Headstand, then read more

Begin with your hands and knees on the mat. Lower your elbows to the floor and grab a hold of your opposite elbows with your hands, so your forearms are parallel.
Place the top of your head on the mat right in front of your forearms - you want your forehead to be touching whichever forearm is in front. Work on evenly distributing the weight between your head and your elbows (just like in Bound Headstand).
Once your head and forearms feel stable, straighten both legs and walk your feet towards your face as far as you can.
Shift your hips over your shoulders, and keep your forearms planted firmly on the mat. Lift your right leg straight up towards the sky, and stay here, or work on lifting your left leg up too, coming into Double Arm Headstand.

That's it! Don't forget to post your pics here. I can't wait to see them. I'll choose my favorite and post it right here on FitSugar.