Carly Stoenner

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/ Nov 9

Niyamas: What are They and How to Practice Them

Niyamas (Internal Observances)  The eight-limbs of yoga come from “The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.” The sutras is a philosophical text that instructs readers on living a meaningful life. This yogic vision is…

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/ Nov 2

Yamas: What are They and How to Practice Them

The Yamas — moral principles  The Yamas are the first limb in the eight-fold path of yoga, a holistic view of what it means to be a true “yogi.” Simply performing some…

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/ Oct 26

Introduction to the 8 Limbs of Yoga: What are Each of Them?

The 8 limbs of yoga come from “The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.” The sutras is a philosophical text that instructs readers on living a meaningful life. This yogic vision is called “Ashtanga,”…

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/ Oct 5

Sun Salutation for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you are wondering where to begin with your yoga practice, the best place to start is with Sun Salutations. Also known as Surya Namaskar, sun salutations are a sequence of yoga…

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/ Sep 14

The 10 Best Yoga Poses to Improve Balance 

Yoga is one of the few types of exercise that actually helps improve balance. It combines physical postures and mental focus to maintain an even weight distribution, keeping ourselves upright and steady….

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/ Aug 17

The Best Yoga Routine for Spinal Flexibility & Strength

The spine is the backbone of our body, both literally and figuratively. It supports our posture, protects the nervous system, and enables daily movements. A flexible spine allows you to move more…

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/ Aug 9

The Best Morning Yoga Routine for Beginners: 10 Yoga Poses to Jumpstart Your Day

Yoga is a comprehensive physical and spiritual practice that combines body postures, deep breathing, and meditation to promote well-being. When practiced in the morning, yoga has the power to awaken the body,…

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/ Jul 20

Sustainable Travel Expert Advice

In this article, Bodhi Surf + Yoga offers some expert advice on sustainable travel based on our run as an environmentally and socially-conscious surf and yoga lodge in southern Costa Rica. The…

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/ Jun 22

Surfboard Shape Explanation: What Are the Different Types of Surfboards?

For the first time, I have been playing around with different types of surfboard shapes. As a Southern California native, I used to grab whatever white squash tail thruster board everyone else…

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, / Dec 15

Costa Rica Surf Guide: When and Where to Surf in Costa Rica

The truth is Costa Rica has consistently rideable waves all year round, which is why it is one of the most famous surf destinations in the world. It is known globally for…

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