All posts by Leah Sugerman
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These Yoga Poses Help Improve Concentration (Photo Tutorial)
These 10 yoga poses improve concentration. If you constantly feel distracted or unable to focus, check out the poses and try them here!
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8 Yoga Poses You Can Practice Sitting at Your Desk (Photo Tutorial)
Anyone who works at a desk all day knows how valuable small movements can be. Use these 8 desk yoga poses next time your body needs a break.
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Recovering From an Illness and Ready to Move Your Body? Practice These 11 Yoga Poses
When you're on the mend from being sick, there are poses in yoga for recovery from illness. Learn how to practice 11 poses here!
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Here’s How to Modify 7 Common Yoga Poses for Tight Hips
There are many yoga poses for tight hips, but with very tight hips they're hard to approach. Here are 7 modifications for common hip openers.
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Center Yourself With These 5 Guided Meditation Videos
When you feel off balance, there’s nothing like a guided meditation to recenter. Use these 5 guided meditation practices to find balance.
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Learn How to Practice Full Splits With This Accessible Online Yoga Class
Hanumanasana, or Front Splits, is a challenging yoga pose for most people. This online yoga tutorial class from YA Classes is where to start!
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Unwind and Destress With These 7 Relaxing Online Yoga Classes
In our fast-paced society, we all need to take time to unwind and relax. Try these 7 online yoga for relaxation classes to destress and calm.
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Create Full Body Flexibility With These 8 Online Yoga Classes
Wondering how to become flexible? Gaining flexibility can be a challenge. These online flexibility classes are what you’ve been looking for!
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Who Is Krishnamacharya? Learn All About the Father of Modern Yoga Here
Do you know who Krishnamacharya is? Whether you do or not, if you practice yoga, he has greatly influenced you. Learn all about him here.
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How to Choose the Best Online Yoga Membership for YOU
How do you choose the best online yoga subscription for you? Consider these 5 factors and compare to our top 5 online yoga memberships to choose from.
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Learn How to Handstand With This 30-Minute Workshop-Style Class
Learn how to handstand in this 30-minute workshop-style class that prepares you for a safe and rewarding handstand practice.
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9 Bad Yoga Habits to Break ASAP: How Many Do You Have?
Let’s face it: we all have bad habits. And in our yoga practice, there are plenty of bad yoga habits that we could do without. Here are 9 to break ASAP.
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Learning Yoga Philosophy: All About Koshas, Our “Veils of Illusion”
The koshas are sheaths or veils of illusion that cloud us from seeing our true nature. Learn all about the 5 koshas and everything they represent here.
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Aparigraha Explained: Your Guide to the Fifth Yama From the Eight Limbed Path of Yoga
The fifth Yama, Aparigraha (or non-greed), helps us continue on our journey toward enlightenment. Here’s everything you need to know about this principle.
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Brahmacharya Explained: Your Guide to the Fourth Yama From the Eight Limbed Path of Yoga
The fourth Yama, Brahmacharya (or celibacy), helps us continue on our journey toward enlightenment. Here’s everything you need to know about this principle.
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Build Serious Core Strength With These 7 Yoga Poses
There are so many yoga poses for core strength in the yogic repertoire. Here are 7 poses to effectively and efficiently target all parts of your core.
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This 25-Minute High-Energy Online Yoga Flow Will Increase Your Agility
Agility isn’t common in our disembodied world, but it’s such a beautiful skill. Improve your nimbleness with this energetic 25-minute Yoga Agility class.
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Asteya Explained: Your Guide to the Third Yama From the Eight Limbed Path of Yoga
The third Yama, Asteya (or non-stealing), helps us continue on our journey toward enlightenment. Here’s everything you need to know about this principle.
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Release Your Inner Roar! Here’s Your Step-by-Step Guide for Lion’s Breath
Lion’s Breath Pranayama is a fun, invigorating, and empowering breath practice. Find out its benefits here along with your step-by-step Simhasana tutorial.
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Satya Explained: Your Guide to the Second Yama From the Eight Limbed Path of Yoga
The second Yama, Satya (or truthfulness), helps us continue on our journey toward enlightenment. Here’s everything you need to know about this principle.
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Busy Day? These 5 Online Fitness + Yoga Classes Take 25 Minutes Or Less
Need a quick yoga fix to get you through the day? Try these 5 online quick yoga classes that are 25 minutes or less to get your practice in.
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These John Lewis Quotes Will Inspire You to Continue the Fight for Social Justice
John Lewis was a champion of the civil rights movement, social justice, and beyond. These 17 John Lewis quotes will inspire and motivate you.
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Ahimsa: Your Guide to the First Yama From the Eight Limbed Path of Yoga
The first Yama, Ahimsa (or non-violence), begins us on our journey toward enlightenment. Here’s everything you need to know about this principle.
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10 Quotes From “The Alchemist” to Remind You of Your Purpose
Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist is filled to the brim with wisdom. Here are 10 of the best quotes from The Alchemist to remind you of your purpose.
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5 Yoga Poses to Practice During Your Third Trimester + Heed These 3 Precautions
There’s so much to worry about during pregnancy but yoga shouldn’t be one. Here are 3 things to avoid and 5 things to do in third trimester prenatal yoga.
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5 Yoga Poses to Practice During Your Second Trimester + 5 Things to Avoid
There’s so much to worry about during pregnancy but yoga shouldn’t be one. Here are 5 things to avoid and 5 things to do in second trimester yoga classes.
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These 5 Online Fitness Classes Will Make You Feel the Burn
Online fitness classes are trending now more than ever. Jump on the bandwagon with these 5 fun online classes that will make you feel the burn at home.
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This Is How to Link Breath to Motion When You Practice Yoga
If you’ve ever wondered how to breathe in yoga, you’re not alone. But yoga breathing isn’t hard. Learn how to link breath to motion with this online class.
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This Quick Barre Workout Will Sculpt and Tone Your Arms (Tutorial)
A barre workout creates perfectly toned arms like no other. Use this barre arms workout to build strong, sculpted, beautiful barre arms.
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Practice These 5 Prenatal Yoga Poses + Avoid These 5 Things During Your First Trimester
Prenatal Yoga is a life saver for moms-to-be, but there are important things to avoid. Learn these + 5 poses to practice in first trimester Prenatal Yoga.
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Runners, You Need This Online Yoga Class In Your Life
Yoga and running go together like mac and cheese. Yoga is so helpful for tight, sore muscles. Try this yoga for runners online yoga class to melt away pain.
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Practice This Yin Yoga Sequence to Ground Your Root Chakra
Just about any Yin Yoga sequence will work with Root Chakra yoga poses to open the First Chakra. Try this sequence specifically designed to create balance.
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7 Barre Exercises to Rock Your Core
Core exercises don’t just give you an awesome figure, they also help to stabilize your whole body. Try this barre core workout to rock your barre abs.
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These 11 Online Prenatal Yoga Classes Will Help You Ease Your Pregnancy
Pregnancy is both magical and stressful. This online prenatal yoga program will help ease the pain + stress of pregnancy for a healthy mama + happy baby.
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7 Barre Exercises to Feel a Serious Booty Burn
Glute exercises don’t just give you an awesome figure, they also help to stabilize your pelvic girdle. Try these 7 barre exercises to rock a barre booty.
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Guys: If You’re Not Practicing These 7 Yoga Poses, Then You’re Missing Out
Yoga for men isn’t new. In fact, it’s how yoga was practiced for millennia! Here are 7 yoga poses for men to build strength + flexibility.
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Who Is B.K.S. Iyengar? Learn All About This Yoga Guru Here
Who is B.K.S. Iyengar and why is he so famous in the world of yoga? Learn everything about this yogic guru and master teacher right here.
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Do Your Wrists Hurt In Yoga? Here’s How to Modify 5 Common Yoga Poses for Wrist Pain
If your wrists hurt during yoga, you’re not alone. Thankfully though, we can do something about it. Here’s how to modify 5 common yoga poses for wrist pain.
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Curious About Restorative Yoga? We Answer 7 Questions You’ve Always Wanted to Ask
Restorative Yoga calms the body and mind but if you’re unfamiliar with this style, you likely have questions about it. Here's 7 pressing questions answered.
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Runners, Practice These 7 Yoga Poses to Release Your Sore Legs and Hips
Like mac and cheese, yoga for runners is a match made in heaven. Try these 7 yoga poses for runners to specifically stretch running-induced muscle soreness.
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What’s the Best Time of Day to Do Yoga? See the Pros and Cons of Different Practice Times
When is the best time to do yoga? You'd think there's a simple answer but there isn’t. Here are the pros and cons of practicing at different times of day.
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7 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Online Yoga Practice
Online yoga is amazing. But it can sometimes be hard to navigate the whole online industry. Here are 7 ways to get the most out of your online yoga classes.
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September Is National Yoga Awareness Month – Here Are 3 Ways to Celebrate
Did you know that September is National Yoga Awareness Month? Here’s everything you need to know about this healthy month and how to celebrate.
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Ujjayi Breath: A Beginner’s Guide to This Pranayama Practice
Ujjayi Breath is one of the commonly practiced forms of Pranayama. Learn how to practice Ujjayi Pranayama in this simple step-by-step tutorial.
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Create Space With These 4 Yoga Practices to Connect More With Your Ether (Space) Element
The space element (or ether element) is expansive, vast & open. Use these 4 yoga practices to balance your space element and remain more open.
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Follow These 5 Important Tips for Practicing Prenatal Yoga
Prenatal Yoga is a beautiful practice to prepare for childbirth and motherhood. As you’re practicing yoga while pregnant, keep these 5 key pillars in mind.
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Gain Full-Body Flexibility Using These 3 Key Yoga Props (Photo Tutorial)
Wondering how to become flexible using yoga? The secret is yoga props! Learn how to use three key yoga props to gain flexibility in this photo tutorial.
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These 8 Benefits of Yoga Nidra Will Make You Want to Practice ASAP
The benefits of Yoga Nidra are plentiful + powerful! Here’s what you need to know about the plethora of healthy benefits of “yogic sleep” guided meditation.
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Feel Light With These 4 Yoga Practices to Connect With Your Air Element
The air element is transparent, carefree, and light. Check out these 4 yoga practices to sway in the breeze like air, feel light, and move with freedom.
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What Is Yoga Nidra? Learn All About Yogic Sleep Here
What is Yoga Nidra? It’s a magical practice often translated as “yogic sleep.” Here’s what you need to know about Yoga Nidra + how to properly practice it.
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Here’s How to Modify 7 Common Seated Yoga Poses With Props (Photo Tutorial)
Yoga props are a great way to make poses more accessible based on your body. Learn how to modify these 7 seated yoga poses with props in this yoga tutorial.
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What Are Nadis? Here’s Your In-Depth Guide to These Energy Channels
What are nadis? Nadis are energy channels in the subtle body that are believed to transport prana, or life-force energy. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Here Are 6 Racial Equality Organizations to Support and Get Involved With
Offer your help to the Black Lives Matter movement by volunteering with or donating to racial equality organizations. Here are 6 to support.
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How to Incorporate Yoga Philosophy Into Your Life Today (And Every Day!)
Here are a 5 ways you can incorporate yoga philosophy into your life in honor of International Yoga Day and in honor of this glorious practice we love.
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Stand in Solidarity: 9 Actionable Ways to Support the #BlackLivesMatter Movement
#BlackLivesMatter protests are growing and if you're wondering how to be an ally for the cause, here are 9 actionable ways to support.
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Yoga For Stress Relief: De-Stress With This 30-Minute Restorative Yoga Sequence
Restorative yoga is the perfect yoga for stress relief. Unwind with this sweet 30-minute restorative yoga sequence.
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This 1 Tip Will Totally Transform Your Inversion Practice
Oh, yoga inversions! We all love them, but many are left wondering how to invert at all. So, use this 1 tip to completely transform your inversion practice.
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Want to Travel the World and Teach Yoga? Here Are 5 Insider Tips From Someone Who’s Done It
The dream of so many yoga teachers is to teach yoga abroad. But how to be a traveling yoga teacher? Find out here with your complete insider’s guide!
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5 Yoga Lies Still Being Taught: This Yoga Teacher Trainer Resolves These Myths Once and For All
How do yoga lies and yoga myths perpetuate throughout the yoga world? Check out these 5 lies that your yoga teacher tells you and what to believe instead.
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Defy Gravity: Practice These 7 Steps to Master Your Headstand Press Up (Photo Tutorial)
Inversion junkie dreaming about defying gravity? After you’ve nailed your Headstand, master a Headstand press up by practicing these seven steps!
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Long Flight? Practice These 9 Yoga Poses in Your Plane Seat to Soothe Your Sore Body
Airplane yoga may sound like an oxymoron to you but there are so many yoga poses you can practice right in your plane seat! Try these 9 on your next flight.
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Everything You Need to Know About Practicing Yoga On Your Period
Yoga while menstruating brings up so many questions. Can you practice yoga on your period? Is yoga for menstruation helpful? Find out the answers here!
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How to Practice Plank Pose Correctly – Let’s Settle This Once and For All!
Plank Pose is not easy, but with alignment and awareness, this strength-building pose can be your new best friend! Here’s how to practice Plank correctly.
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How Meditation Became the Saving Grace For the Trapped Thai Soccer Team
The benefits of meditation are plentiful and may reach further than you know. Here’s how meditation helped save the the trapped Thai soccer team.
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Got Back Pain? These Are the 7 Best Yoga Poses For Back Pain Relief
Many of us suffer from back pain, but yoga can help. These are the 7 best yoga poses for back pain that will provide some much-needed relief.
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Practice These 9 Yoga Poses to Relieve Tight Hips
Tight hips are a common problem, but hip stretches can help! Practice these 9 yoga poses for tight hips and find relief from tension and tightness.
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Prepare For Crow Pose With These 7 Strengthening Yoga Poses
Does Crow Pose have you stumped? Master these 7 yoga poses first to build the strength, stamina, and balance you need before you fly into Crow Pose!
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Learn How to Flip Your Grip in Dancer Pose in 8 Steps (Hint: It’s All About Technique)
Flipping your grip in Dancer Pose is no easy feat, but with these top secret alignment tips, you can rock this backbend in no time! Find out how here.
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Here’s How to Take Flight in Flying Pigeon Pose
Flying Pigeon Pose is an arm balance that stretches and strengthens the body. Learn how to take flight in this dramatic pose of strength and grace.
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Practice These 7 Yoga Poses to Help Relieve Neck Pain
Neck pain is becoming more prevalent as we spend more time looking at our devices. These 7 yoga poses can help relieve your neck pain.
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6 Yoga Poses to Master Before Even Attempting Handstand
Because Handstand is made up of so many difficult and complex elements, it is not advisable to literally jump into it without properly prepping the body.
