As we start our series on the Chakras today, let try to understand what they actually mean and whats the science behind them. Chakras are something that we all must have spoken about at some point of time if your are a yogi or even if you are not a...
Yoga and Ayurveda…..What’s the Connection??
Both Yoga and Ayurveda are two very similar practices sharing a close relationship, so closely related that they are often described as two sides of the same coin... Did you know that both these sciences have their origins in the Vedic texts where they address issues related to ways of a...
Is Yoga Alone Sufficient As a Physical Exercise?
Yoga...we always talk about how beneficial it is for both our body and mind. But there is one question that we have seen crops up very often. That is...Is Yoga all the physical exercise you need to keep you fit and sculpt that body?? So yogis what do you think.... I...
Winter Yoga…How to Prepare Yourself
That lovely time of the year again...one can feel the nip in the air, the festive season is just around the corner, the streets are getting lit with those christmas lights, snuggling in a blanket with a nice hot cuppa is becoming a very tempting options....YES winter is coming.... Though...
Why relaxation between poses is essential
Its not rocket science to understand why relaxation between poses is so essential? Its actually the most important aspect of asana which we need to implement in our daily practice. Relaxation between each posture is vital to reduce the build up of lactic acid and for the vital energy (prana)...
The Hand Mudra
Hi Everyone! Have you ever wondered why Yogamasti‘s logo is a Hand Mudra? It’s pretty nifty, actually…Read on through! In fact, this powerful set of gestures originate from Hinduism and Buddhism, where it is believed that there are five elements in the Universe: Earth, Fire, Air, Water, and Aether. For those who don’t...
Kids Yoga Day
Hi Everyone! Hope you all had a fantastic week, and here’s to the beginning of the next one! Now we all know how yoga can benefit you personally, but do we know how yoga can benefit our children?? It’s pretty simple, really…If you know that yoga has the magnificent power to de-stress...
Does Yoga Make You Hindu?
Well here is a thought! A Muslim woman has been on the news as her family is worried that if she does yoga she will be considered a hindu!! and such thoughts are being entertainied and a cause for worry in many other religions as well since Yoga is an...
One Weekend: TWO Yoga Festivals!
Hi Everyone, We are SO excited to tell you that Yogamasti will be taking itself, not just to one show...but TWO this upcoming weekend! Yep, that's right guys...Yogamasti works seriously hard to try and communicate our passion and our ambition to all of you. Which is why we are taking...
Children & Yoga: Happiness!
Hi Everyone! Hope you all had a fantastic week, and here's to the beginning of the next one! Now we all know how yoga can benefit you personally, but do we know how yoga can benefit our children?? It's pretty simple, really...If you know that yoga has the magnificent power...