Strike Yoga Pose: Locust A


Updated 12/23/09 6:37 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

How to Do Locust Pose

We've talked about some extremely challenging variations of Locust pose such as Inverted Locust where you're balancing on your shoulders and chin, and Locust Scorpion where your feet are touching your head. Now let's take it down a notch and do plain old Locust pose. It's a great way to tone the muscles in the back of your body. It may look relaxing, but you'll definitely feel this one working, Read more

Strike a Pose: Locust Scorpion


Updated 06/12/11 6:03 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 11 comments

Strike a Pose: Locust Scorpion

If you have been working on your Locust Prep, and full Locust pose, I think you're ready to move on to Locust Scorpion. If you have a flexible back, this pose will be even easier than regular Locust. Sanskrit Name: Ganda Bherundasana English Translation: Formidable Face Pose Also Called: Locust Scorpion To learn how to do this pose read more Read more

Strike a Pose: Inverted Locust


Updated 12/11/09 5:40 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

Yoga Pose of the Week: Inverted Locust

Now that you've tried the Locust Prep, I think you're ready to move on to Inverted Locust, or at least ready to give it a try. This is a very challenging pose since it requires both flexibility in your back and strength in your upper body and core. So take it at your own speed and raise your feet as high as you can. With practice and patience, you'll soon be able to lift your legs even higher. Read more

Strike a Yoga Pose: Locust Prep


Updated 02/06/09 10:03 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Yoga Pose of the Week: Locust Prep

If you're looking for a unique way to increase flexibility in your spine, then you'll want to try Locust. The full pose is rather Cirque du Soleil-ish, with both feet extended in the air. It's extremely challenging since it requires both flexibility in the back and upper body strength, so let's ease into Locust with a relaxing prep pose. Sanskrit Name: Viparita Salabhasana English Read more

Stay Stress-Free When Trying New Yoga Poses


Updated 10/11/11 6:24 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Not Worry About New Yoga Poses

No matter where you are in your yoga practice, you should always strive to push yourself. When a new pose doesn't come naturally, it's so easy to worry about what we look like, who's around us, why we can't balance, why we're so bad at yoga, etc. It's time to check your ego at the door and be kind to your yogini self! Yoga is a practice that strives to connect the body and mind. When you're Read more