Yoga

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/ Mar 18

Raga: The Art of Letting Go

At Bodhi Surf + Yoga, we’ve done a deep dive into the eight limbs of yoga from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. These include virtuous acts and moral behaviors, Asana, Pranayama, and…

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/ Feb 29

Dhyana — Meditation

The Eight Limbs of Yoga Dhyana is part of the final four limbs of Ashtanga Yoga—an eightfold path that ultimately ends in Enlightenment. Meditation is the final limb before enlightenment, making it…

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/ Jan 18

Dharana — Concentration of the Mind

Dharana is translated as a concentration of the mind and is the sixth limb of the eightfold path of Ashtanga Yoga. The goal of Dharana is to improve focus and is the…

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/ Dec 28

Pranayama — Breath Control

Practicing Pranayama means controlling the movement of the breath — the inhalation, exhalation, and pausing or holding of the breath. In Sanskrit, “Prana” means vital energy, while “Yama” means to extend; we…

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/ Dec 21

Asana — Physical Postures

The History of Asana Asana is the third limb of the eightfold path of Ashtanga and the practice most people think of when they hear the word “yoga.” Only a tiny part…

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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 12

Yoga for Mobility: 5 Yoga Poses for Surfers & Other Athletes

As a former college athlete, lifeguard, and surf coach, I’m all too familiar with the many limitations of having tight muscles and limited mobility. A physically active lifestyle stresses the body and…

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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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