Yoga for men
In the western society Yoga is today often associated with a female practice, but originally this discipline was born from and for men. The ancient texts, such as the famous Hatha Yoga Pradipika, were actually only aimed at a male…
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Yoga pilates
Are you undecided whether to practice Yoga or Pilates? Would you like to try both, but don’t have enough time? Are you looking for a complete workout that works wonders on both strength and flexibility? The Health Yoga & Pilates family has…
Jala neti
Jala neti consists of pouring a solution of water and sea salt into one nostril, making it come out from the opposite one, obviously repeating the process on both sides. Water must be lukewarm and mixed with a small amount…
Meridians
In the previous articles on Yin Yoga and GuaSha massage we mentioned the concept of Meridians. Today we try to get to know them better. Chinese medicine defines meridians as those energy channels through which Qi (energy) flows throughout the…
Yoga and Pilates on holiday
Health Pilates & Yoga come on holiday with you! A well-deserved rest is just around the corner, and with the summer heat, it’s important to rest, discharge, and recharge your batteries. Our team has created a special holiday challenge for you! Be…
ABC yoga (english version)
If you have recently approached the world of yoga you will probably have found difficulty with the names of the Asanas (positions) during a class. The poses are often called by their original name which is in the Sanskrit language…
ANJALI MUDRA
Joining hands “in prayer” in front of the heart, in India and Nepal, is a typical sign of greeting and respect toward those you meet, a way to recognize the value and importance of the Soul with whom we find…
FEETUP: let’s learn to upside down!
Do you know what the Feetup is? It’s an object similar to a small stool with a wooden frame. Its top is covered by a soft padded cushion with an opening in the center for the head to pass through. …
Yin Yoga: balancing energies with a gentle approach
According to ancient Eastern theory based on the principles of Yin and Yang, our body, as well as the entire Universe, is a mixture of energies. The perfect point of balance occurs when these two opposing and complementary currents are…
CHAKRA: let’s discover our energy wheels
You have probably already heard of the term Chakras, you might even have an idea of what they are… But do you really know how Chakras work? The concept of Chakras was born in the context of ancient religious traditions…
