If you've been to a few yoga classes, there's no doubt you've done your fair share of Sun Salutations that include Down Dogs and Chaturangas galore. These basic poses all work your upper body, but if you're in the mood to try something new and more challenging, give these advanced yoga poses a whirl. Once I started practicing them regularly, I noticed a huge difference in my upper body strength Read more

A strong core prevents back pain, improves your balance and posture, and hey — it looks pretty good in a bikini too. Try out this yoga sequence to tone your midsection just in time for the Summer. Read more

It may not be the safest idea for an expectant momma to train for an ultra-marathon, race through the lake waterskiing, or hit the trails mountain biking, but she can and should still do moderate exercise. During my pregnancy, prenatal yoga was my saving grace. It strengthened my muscles, increased flexibility and balance (which I lost as my belly grew), and helped me mentally and physically Read more

For me, working out and tight hamstrings seem to go hand in hand. The day after a run or ride almost always equals sore legs, so I created this yoga flow series to ease the tightness in my lower half. Read more

After a day on the slopes, your muscles could use a good stretch. Try this sequence to target all your tight and sore areas — the hips, quads, hamstrings, lower back, and shoulders. A few of these yoga poses focus on one side of the body at a time, so complete this sequence twice, working your right side first, and then the left. Read more

I have shown you all many yoga poses throughout the year. Some have been simple and relaxing, but others can be seriously challenging. Let's review these poses that challenge both your strength and balance. They will have your muscles quivering and the sweat dripping off your skin. Read more

In Ashtanga Yoga, there are a total of seven headstands in Second Series. Some are more challenging than others, but with a little practice, you can master them all. At first, try doing all seven separately, and when you feel stable enough, try moving through all seven without letting your feet touch the ground. Read more

When you're suffering from a dull tension headache, try these yoga poses before reaching for medication. They're a series of forward bends and reclining poses that will soothe your head and release tension from your neck. They'll also improve circulation, slow down your breath, and calm your mind. Source Read more

If you want to strengthen your quads and challenge your sense of balance give this sequence a try. Source Read more

If you're looking for a dynamic yoga sequence that'll stretch and strengthen your lower body while challenging your sense of balance, then give these four poses a try. If you can, repeat all four in a row on each leg without letting your foot touch the ground between poses. Read more