Everyone experiences low energy at some point or another; and most of the time the antidote is as simple as a good night’s sleep or strong cup of coffee. But what about when that doesn’t do the trick?
Yoga has been shown to have a wide variety of health benefits in relation to chronic pain conditions, anxiety, stress, depression, and insomnia. Why not benefit from the incredible healing yoga offers even when the issue may be as simple as having stayed up too late watching the newest episode of that must-see show?
To get your body and mind back on the path to your most energized and revitalized self, check out the invigorating poses below!

Camel Pose

A full body stretch that will rejuvenate the body and spirit.

Warrior I Pose

An uplifting pose that releases stress by stretching and opening up the torso, arms, and pelvis.

Triangle Pose

A blissful side stretch that calms while reenergizing.

Chair Pose

A pose that can be done almost anywhere at anytime, the chair pose stretches and strengthens the back, legs, and hip flexors.

Mountain Pose

A simple but powerful pose that calms and enlivens, mountain pose does your body and mind a world of good, whether you’re in the middle of your practice or just taking a moment to center yourself on a busy day.

Eagle Pose

A rejuvenating pose that relieves stress while improving balance, this pose is great for that extra dose of energy and poise.

I don’t know about you, but I feel better already! To find out more about yoga and the props and accessories that help you practice with the utmost comfort and ease, visit us at BarefootYoga.com.

Posted under Health and Fitness, Styles of Yoga

The Surprising Connection You Might Not Know About!

When I say the word yoga, what does it make you think of? Words that come to my mind are relaxation, energy, and maybe that I really should pick up that new mat I’ve been in desperate need of. A word that generally doesn’t come to mind is football, but after my discovery of this article, detailing the yoga practice of the Seattle Seahawks, that’s changed. With the aggressiveness and intensity football requires, I had never considered that legends like Russell Wilson (pictured above) and Marshawn Lynch need some help getting calm and centered just like the rest of us. But they do, and now I regard football with a somewhat different perspective thinking about them at the Renton training camp site doing chaturangas and Vinyasa flow sequences. Could part of why we brought home that Lombardi trophy be because we played with a good dose of yoga mixed in? I don’t know for sure, but I think the odds are pretty darn good.

Want to know more about the Seahawk yogis? Check out the links below!

• Seattle Seahawks Changing Future of Football with Yoga and Meditation yogadork.com
• Title for the Seahawks Is a Triumph for the Profile of Yoga nytimes.com

And whether you’re limbering up for your health and well-being, or getting in shape for the gridiron, visit www.barefootyoga.com for all your yoga supply needs!

Posted under Styles of Yoga

You may have been to some studios where yogis and yoginis practice in a circle. Traditionally, the teacher is at the ‘head’ of the class and the students look to the teacher. The idea of practicing in a circle is not to put the teacher up on a pedestal to be idolized and exalted. The teacher is there to keep you safe and guide you in your practice.  One should look to oneself for the ultimate teacher and focus inward into what our bodies are telling us. Or alternatively, to the other students who are ‘reflecting’ your practice. We have to be smart and kind to our body, mind and spirit.

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Posted under Styles of Yoga, Yoga Mats