Three Dog Yoga Practice Podcast

this one moves through all the ranges of hip mobility...in all kinds of ways...to restore body, mind and heart. we start on the floor and stay on the floor. great after a long day at work or play!

let's be real: Vasisthasana (pronounced Vah-steesh-stah-san-ah) -- or Side Plank -- is few people's favorite pose, but it's a valuable tool for strengthening your lateral lines. this one asks you to give it a go, from a few different angles...see if you've grown into it, or it's grown on you. the yoga isn't in getting your Side Plank to be perfect, but in what you learn along the way: how to self-...

binding...the act of shaping the arms and then using the hands to hold them in the shape...is a part of most yoga practices. but not every bind is for every body. this practice works through some of the common movements without binding the hands together for active range of motion and less stress in the shoulder joint.

full-body opening with a focus on efforting less and receiving more. good especially for all of us "more-is-more" people!

this one breaks down ujjayi breath -- the pranayama we use for vinyasa and asana practice. it starts slow so you get the gist of it, then we get into the groove of moving with the breath...and pausing at the kumbhakas (spaces) between inhale and exhale as we flow.

this one starts with active range of motion hip opening on the floor, works up to a strong standing flow, then back for more hip opening action.    

this one's a steady flow with a heaping side of shoulder openers...great for anyone who sits at a desk, uses a smartphone, carries a baby, gardens, cooks, cleans, plays sports, plays an instrument, knits, sews, paints, draws, drives a car, does crossword puzzles, reads, binge watches HBO, churns butter, milks cows, stirs cauldrons, etc.

twists to wring out and revitalize, balance poses to steady and calm. perfect.

there's more than one way to get with the flow....give your wrists, elbows, and shoulders a break with this one. keep it around to bust a rut and keep the peace in your upper body.

your shoulders rock! sure, they have been through some stuff...they are still incredible...and learning to take care of them helps them stay at their best. this flow works all the ranges of motion they need. enjoy the feeling of freedom and ease when you're getting up off the mat and getting on with a great day!

whether you call it reverse flow, breakfast-for-dinner or pizza-for-breakfast, a Savasana to child's pose practice is perfect for a recovery day...or for any day you want to turn fatigue into clear, calm energy.

hot day? or hot mess? side bends to the rescue! this practice opens up the body to give you the feeling of space and freedom in body and mind. enjoy!

ever notice how the simplest things done really, really well are the best...this flow takes that principle and applies it to sun salutation variations. there's probably one in here that helps you feel grace and strength in your body and focus in your mind as you move. enjoy the journey figuring out which one it is!

this one uses hip openers to prepare the body for flow and explore your mind-body relationship (yeah, that can be deep stuff...but it can be great, too). no special skills or experience required: just bring your curiosity and be ready to feel great.

how can yoga help you build resilience? at it's core, yoga is a practice of balancing challenge and ease to return to your center. in this episode, we'll work with that idea by establishing breath as an anchor for the mind to return to as we move through a strong, simple series of standing postures.

this one starts with a tutorial on Downward Facing Dog and moves into a steady full-body awakening flow and to practice and refine your skills.

the one where we get creative with lunges, half moon pose, and frog. it's nice to have a space on the wall for a king arthur variation...and even nicer to have a couple of blocks nearby to help create ease along the way.

hip flexor, shoulder, and chest openers with a focus on steady breathing, focus, and ease. perfect when you need a little vacation from your mind and restoration for your body.

if you're reading this, you've already taken the first step toward an intention of well-being. just hit play and the rest is easy!   lots of hip openers in this one!

and so begins our training for the 108 sun salutations on july 4...you're right 108 is a big number. but we do them in sets of nine...just like in this podcast. there's also plenty of hip, shoulder, and low back opening to be had right here.   wanna join us live on the 4th? more details soon!

this one eases into hip openers with one purpose and one purpose only: to feel good. enjoy!

in this episode, we dig deep into your inner and outer core to explore revolved triangle and reverse warrior. it's a strong practice...take it at your own pace and enjoy!   want to join us online? we'd love to see you! www.threedogyoga.com want to support this podcast? become a patron: www.patreon.com/threedogyoga

balance pose, hip opener, leg strengthener, core stabilizer, twist, chest opener...half moon could be your "desert island" pose. take an hour and deep dive on all the different ways you can get into this all-purpose asana. finish off with a few good, deep hip openers and Savasana.   want to join us live? visit our website at www.threedogyoga.com want to help support this podcast? become a patron a...

whether it's your first yoga class or your thousand and first, it's always good to go back to the beginning. strengthen your basics. breathe, move, feel your body...you'll feel better! this one focuses on moving through the sun salutation series in different variations. there's one for every body!

learn to work your deep core body smarter, not harder. you'll get a solid workout, and you'll be springing with energy after! it just doesn't have to be that hard!