http://www.yogaprasad.in The Grace of Yoga Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:28:29 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="Hanumanasana"][/caption] Hanumanasana This posture is dedicated to the Monkey God Hanuman, who is an epitome of strength of surrender. Physically this posture is an intense stretch of the thigh area. Step-by-step Kneel on the floor. Extend your right leg forward and bend your torso with an exhale so that both ... http://www.yogaprasad.in/asanas/hanumanasana/ A few months back I faced a very peculiar and common question from a student. She mentioned that her “practice” was not improving. She has been a yoga enthusiast and a teacher for more than 10 years and when I asked her what was it that she meant by ... http://www.yogaprasad.in/blog/sadhana/ A brief overview of Prasad's schedule for 2011 - 2012. Workshops and retreats have been planned across the globe, in countries including Thailand, India, Hong Kong, Canada, Germany, Belgium, Lithuania, Czech Republic, Italy, Austria and Israel. Further information and details will be made available on the website as and when ... http://www.yogaprasad.in/upcoming-workshops/upcoming-workshops-in-2011/ Dear friends, It feels nice to be back with you on the site. It has been a whirlwind tour of 12 weeks across 11 countries, and what a tour it was! If I can sum up my experience in one word I would say “awakening”. Yes, the world is waking up. ... http://www.yogaprasad.in/blog/the-tempest-of-transformation/ 28th Jan to 4th Feb 2012. A journey to relax, heal and explore yourself through methods of Yoga amidst the beautiful and nourishing nature of South India. For details, visit: soulretreats.wordpress.com/ The Dune Yoga Retreat http://www.yogaprasad.in/upcoming-workshops/the-dune-yoga-retreat-2012/ [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="Bharadvajasana"][/caption] Bharadvajasana Step-by-step Sit on the floor with your legs straight in front. Shift over onto your right buttock, bend your knees, and swing your legs to the left. Lay your feet on the floor outside your left hip, with the left ankle resting in the right arch. Twist your ... http://www.yogaprasad.in/asanas/bharadvajasana/ The topic of 'Injury' in asana practice has always fascinated me. Over years of traveling I have met Yogis who have had asana injuries which have made them feel 'lesser than normal Yogis'. I wonder what makes them push themselves over the edge, what makes them greedy enough to take ... http://www.yogaprasad.in/blog/the-imminent-and-transient/ Living in Lightness (October 2011) Upanishad Retreat - Israel (July 2011) Yoga Sutra Workshop - Israel (July 2011) Self-love Workshop - Lithuania (June 2011) Masterclass in Yoga Kula - Vienna (June 2011) Yoga Workshop - Vienna (June 2011) Yoga Workshop - European Commission (May 2011) Yoga Workshop - Munich (May 2011) Yoga Retreat in the Himalayas (February 2011) "For ... http://www.yogaprasad.in/past-workshops/2011/workshops-in-2011/ [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="450" caption="Vashishthasana"][/caption] Vashishthasana ('side plank posture'), is a powerful arm balance posture. The name is dedicated to the wisest sage of Yoga. Step-by-step Start in the adho mukha svanasana ('downward dog') and lengthen your arms and your legs. Lower your hips and shift your weight forward to come into the start ... http://www.yogaprasad.in/asanas/vashishthasana/ "I took Prasad's class at the Bangkok Yoga festival 2010 and it was a wonderful combination of explanation, practice and exploring the deeper meaning behind a series of basic poses. Even the more experienced delegates seemed delighted to re-explore the connection between each pose and get a deeper understanding of ... http://www.yogaprasad.in/testimonials/bangkok-yoga-festival-2010/