‘Root down to rise up’ is a commonly used phrase in yoga. You might hear this expression in class but not understand what it means or how to apply it throughout your practice. That is until you experience how the physical practice impacts you on and off of the mat.
In this blog post, we’ll go over the difference between feeling grounded and ungrounded. In addition, I offer a handful of questions to ask yourself regularly. And I’ll give you a few yoga poses to explore.
Read MoreIn the physical practice of yoga, your foundation is anything touching the ground in support of the body. Let’s use plank pose as an example. Your hands and feet are your foundation. In headstand, the crown of your head, your hands, and forearms are on the mat. Let’s take a closer look by exploring Mountain pose.
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