#yogaformen

#recliningheropose yoga teacher style! This is a fearsomely challenging pose for guys, it’s taken years of work and careful practice for me to get to this expression of the shape.

#yoga #yogaformen #dudesofyoga #lycramen #singlet #bendnotbreak #yogafam #fitover40 #yogateacher (at London, United Kingdom)
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Tonight’s class! Lots of hippy goodness and a fabulous #singlet too!
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#yoga #yogaformen #yogaforgaymen #fitover40 #legsfordays (at London, United Kingdom)
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We’ve been doing a lot of warrior three recently. It’s a shape that I’ve taken a long time to fall in love with as there’s so much going on here. Found some lovely variations too, so expect more of them in classes soon!
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#yoga #yogaformen #singlet #warriorthree #balance #strength #line #focus (at Blackheath, London)
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#padmasana
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I think of Padmasana as a posture to sit in when your hips are eventually open.

Your shin bones in this posture are more likely to stress your knees than your hips if your hips are restricted.

Lotus pose helps redirect apana (downward energy) through the lower half of your body, moving it back toward the center of your pelvis and up your spine; it has a centering effect on consciousness.
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As usual, never force or strain.
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#ardhamatsyendrasana

This asana is named after the yogi Matsyendranath. The name is taken from the Sanskrit words ‘ardha’, which means half, ‘matsya’, which means fish, ‘Indra’, which stands for a king or ruler, and asana, which means posture.

This asana is also called Vakrasana. ‘Vakra’ means twisted in Sanskrit. Some other names for this asana include the Half Lord of the Fishes Pose and the Half Spinal Twist.

This is not the full variation but a journey towards it.

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“Baddha Konasana to stretch the inner thighs, groins, and knees.” ~ @frawson
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#weareyoga #waymat #yogaplay #yogisofinstagram #yogasouthafrica #realmendoyoga #practiceandalliscoming #practicepracticepractice #yogaformen
#myrealyogabody #stretchingtime #om #zen #flexibility #instayoga #yogajourney #fitfam #health #healthylife #BaddhaKonasana
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The inner path of yoga is sometimes difficult, long and painful, it is also immensely rewarding, filled with timeless joy and one of the only sources of real, lasting peace. Each practitioner of yoga goes through periods of injury, pain and discomfort but not every practitioner has the dedication, heart and courage to find the light at the end of the tunnel. Those who maintain a relationship with their practice over a number of years begin to understand just how much it takes to make yoga a lifelong practice. There are moments of doubt, intense suffering and emotional turmoil as well as moments of bliss, ecstasy and realization. What commitment to yoga over a lifetime really demands is total devotion.
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#yoga #yogi #yogamen #yogadudes #yogalove #yogainspiration #yogaeverydamnday #yogaformen #yogaforlife #boysofyoga #mensyoga #ashtanga #ashtangayoga #ashtangi #primaryseries #prasaritapadottanasana #wideleggedforwardfold #basic #yogamanila #yogaph #yogaphilippines #grammerph #igersmanila #fit #fitspo #pinoygram #feeltheyogahigh #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga (at Ashtanga Yoga Manila)
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One of the last practices I did at the shala before #typhoonodette slammed Siargao so bad. Swipe left to see the aftermath.

When we receive a tragedy or a shock in our lives, our body tends to go into fight meaning looking for someone to blame or flight meaning we try to calm ourselves with clichés like “everything happens for a reason” response. In these trying times like in yoga, when we feel our body resisting, is to breathe through it. We must become more present than usual.

By breathing into our discomfort, we empower ourselves to feel uncomfortable without panicking. Each new breath draws us more deeply into awareness and allows us to move on to the next breath, the next step. We feel sadness, horror, grief, compassion, acceptance, anger, relief, sorrow, and, just for a moment, awareness of it all. One breath at a time.
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#yoga #yogi #yogamen #yogadudes #yogalove #yogainspiration #yogaeverydamnday #yogaformen #yogaforlife #boysofyoga #mensyoga #ashtanga #ashtangayoga #ashtangi #intermediateseries #kapotasana #backbend #siargaoisland #yogaph #yogaphilippines #grammerph #igersmanila #fit #fitspo #pinoygram #helpsiargao #igyoga #instayoga #siargao
(at Siargao Island Philippines)
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We are all living in uncertain times where the only thing certain is change. Most situations affect our routine functioning and demand us to adapt ourselves to that change. How willing are we to embrace big or small changes and adapt? Whenever there is a change around us, there needs to be a change within us, an inner preparation. The change has to start in our mind. If we resist the internal shift, we resist the external change too. It leaves us stressed and unhappy. Instead of sticking to internal comfort zones created due to past experiences or belief systems, let’s cultivate a habit of being able to change our habits. Flexibility increases our ability to adjust and adapt to different people and environments. Using our powers to accept, adjust, accommodate, tolerate, or mould are one decision away. Remind ourselves, I adapt to people and situations and flow with life. I know when to adjust and when to confront, and I use both powers the right way.
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#yoga #yogi #yogadudes #yogamen #yogalove #yogainspiration #yogaeverydamnday #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #yogaphilippines #siargaoisland #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #sthirabhaga #visvamitrasana #armbalance #sideplank #yogaph #igersmanila #grammerph #fitspo #pinoygram #siargao #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga #advanceda (at Sadhana Siargao)
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A lifetime commitment to yoga teaches us the power of the deepest level of devotion. Whether we practice six days a week or only two times a week as long as yoga remains in our lives over time we will delve deeper into the inner world and know what it means to fully surrender ourselves to the path of yoga. When we are able to maintain our attention on our deepest dreams with the type of unwavering focus and heartfelt dedication that yoga teaches us, then we will also know the exhilarating feeling of actualizing our dreams in the world.
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#yoga #yogi #yogadudes #yogamen #yogalove #yogainspiration #siargaoisland #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #yogaphilippines #yogaeverywhere #fit #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #strong #sirsasana #flexibility #headstand #yogaph #igersmanila #grammerph #fitspo #pinoygram #siargao #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga (at Siargao Island Philippines)
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Trini, Inhale, head-up…

In the Ashtanga Yoga method every posture has a specific number of vinyasas which is a breath-aligned movements that bring us from Samasthiti to a particular posture or asana and back to standing. We hear the count or the Vinyasa count in an Ashtanga Led Class, where the count is used to lead the practitioners through the movements without any extra explanation needed. Once a week usually Saturdays, people who practice Ashtanga Yoga regularly in a Mysore class setting will find it beneficial and fun to flow with the group just counting the vinyasas. 
: @edpinedaph
Yoga Mat by @naturayogaph
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#yoga #yogi #yogadudes #yogamen #yogalove #yogainspiration #siargaoisland #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #yogaphilippines #yogaeverywhere #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #suryanamaskar #sunsalutation #islandlife #vinyasa #yogaph #igersmanila #grammerph #fitspo #pinoygram #siargao #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga #foundation (at Maison Bukana)
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Ashtanga often gets an undeserved reputation because people don’t want to be honest about the gap between the posture that is being presented and what their body can actually do on that given day. Unfortunately, two things usually happen, people either force themselves to look like the pose or they quit. Ashtanga is not asking us to do either one.
The grounds of the Ashtanga Yoga System is that you learn each posture one by one especially in a Mysore style class. When we get to a posture that is not working with our body, our teacher assesses the reason for this. They will then make the decision to either stop you there or give you an approximation of the posture and let you move on. This is how we stay safe when we practice the Ashtanga Yoga Method and that is the importance of having a teacher as well.
The problem is that instead of seeing this as an amazing way to stay safe and slowly build a practice, the ego sometimes sees it as a failure.
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#yoga #yogi #yogadudes #yogamen #yogalove #yogainspiration #siargaoisland #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #yogaphilippines #yogaeverywhere #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #sthirabhaga #bhairavasana #islandlife #legbehindthehead #yogaph #igersmanila #grammerph #fitspo #pinoygram #siargao #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga #advanceda
(at Sadhana Siargao)
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In the space between inhalation and exhalation, in the pause between heartbeats, there is a silence that invites me to dig deeper, a light that starts to shine through the spaces. When I am running at full force, my body begs me to stop and it is my practice that teaches me how to listen. I feel it now, a returning to my center.
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#yoga #yogi #yogamen #yogadudes #yogalove #yogainsipiration #yogaeverydamnday #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #intermediateseries #yogaeverywhere #tiriangmukhottanasana #chakrabandhasana #backbend #catching #siargaoisland #grammerph #pinoygram #yogaph #yogaphilippines #siargao #instayoga #madaboutyoga #igyoga #igersmanila (at Sadhana Siargao)
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For me, the most important recognition for a Mysore teacher is that we serve the students. As a teacher, we must be humble enough to realize that teaching happens in relationship. Practice is co-created by the teacher, the student, and the Divine energy. The asana practice is the tool that we use to help the students explore the depths of their body and mind. It is important not have an agenda or be assertive in our approach. Rather we hold space and energy for the students’ own exploration. Often, teachers act as a mirror to help students see their own physical and mental blind spots, offering insights based on the teachings we have received from our own teachers in the method of Parampara. And we support them in meeting attainable challenges so they gradually cultivate a deeper understanding of the potential that Yoga has for uncovering the light of the boundless human spirit.
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#yoga #yogi #yogamen #yogadudes #yogalove #yogainspiration #yogaformen #yogaeverydamnday #yogaforlife #boysofyoga #siargao #siargaoisland #feeltheyogahigh #yogaeverywhere #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #marichyasana #yogateacher #pinoygram #ashtangateacher #grammerph #progress #teacher #yogaph #fitspo #grateful #vsco #vscoph #instayoga (at Sadhana Siargao)
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It is normal to sometimes go through times when the practice just feels hard and the motivation for practice is low.  For almost a decade of practice, there have been times when I’ve lost my spark for practice. I remember what my teacher, Sharath-ji told me years ago and definitely is the anchor of my daily asana practice, he said that I must have one of two things in my practice at all times, first is the value and second is the joy. You might not always have both but you must have at least one.
I stayed on my mat for the simple reason that I value my yoga practice.
I have faith in the yoga system and its lessons to help connect me to all of the aspects of life. I believe it is good for me physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally, without a doubt.
You are not alone in your struggles, no matter what they are. If you believe in the yoga practice and value it, have faith and never give up!  Be creative, be kind to yourself, and be patient.
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#yoga #yogi #yogadudes #yogamen #yogalove #yogainspiration #siargaoisland #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #yogaphilippines #yogaeverywhere #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #secondseries #legbehindthehead #flexibility #ekapadasirsasana #yogaph #igersmanila #grammerph #fitspo #pinoygram #siargao #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga #intermediateseries
(at Sadhana Siargao)
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It is very obvious to say that the Ashtanga Yoga Method is a very physical practice. That it helps us develop deep focus, a strong will, stamina and a vibrant and healthy body. But it’s worth remembering that these attributes really help to change the awareness we have of ourselves, both in positive and negative ways. Positive because it helps wake us up to new feelings, sensations and processes in the body. Negative because if we are not careful it can reinforce old subtle habits. But to develop a daily, or very regular, personal Ashtanga Yoga practice shows a high commitment and regard to changing something about ourselves. And either way, with the right intention, that is not a bad thing.

: @edpinedaph
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#yoga #yogi #yogadudes #yogamen #yogalove #yogainspiration #siargaoisland #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #yogaphilippines #yogaeverywhere #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #intermediateseries #strong #pinchamayurasana #islandlife #forearmbalance #yogaph #igersmanila #grammerph #fitspo #pinoygram #siargao #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga (at Siargao Island Philippines)
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Featuring the Celestial Rise 5mm mat designed by @celinaborromeo. The design is so beautiful it just invites you to show up on your mat every time ✨

Stay safe and dry, everyone! ☔️

Yoga mat by @naturayogaph
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#yoga #yogi #yogamen #yogadudes #yogalove #yogainspiration #yogaeverydamnday #yogaformen #yogaforlife #boysofyoga #mensyoga #ashtanga #ashtangayoga #ashtangi #primaryseries #jumpthrough #fundamentals #strength #siargaoisland #yogaph #yogaphilippines #grammerph #igersmanila #fit #fitspo #pinoygram #feeltheyogahigh #igyoga #instayoga #siargao (at Maison Bukana)
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Yoga has so much to offer if we are ready to accept it. We should be open to these endless enlightening surprises! We will learn so much from this amazing practice. All we have to do is open our eyes and gaze at the tip of our nose.
A non-kosher post ✌
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The only way out of the struggle phase and into pose mastery is through daily and consistent practice. When many of us enter the struggle phase, we do the exact opposite. We practice less or stop all together. This only gets us stuck in the struggle phase. Dig down and keep going. The breakthrough is coming.
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#yoga #yogi #yogadudes #yogamen #yogalove #yogainspiration #siargaoisland #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #yogaphilippines #yogaeverywhere #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #primaryseries #marichyasana #islandlife #marichyasanad #yogaph #igersmanila #grammerph #fitspo #pinoygram #siargao #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga #yogachikitsa (at Sadhana Siargao)
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Surrender requires faith and it is itself an act of faith. If we do not believe in a power greater and grander than ourselves we might think that we have to bear the weight of the world on our shoulders. We might carry blame and shame around like chains around our hearts. It is so easy to judge every experience as a pass or fail test. When we succeed we feel like a hero, but when we fail we feel like a victim. But faith allows us to see from a totally different perspective, from a Divine perspective.
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#yoga #yogi #yogadudes #yogamen #yogalove #yogainspiration #siargaoisland #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #yogaphilippines #yogaeverywhere #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #sthirabhaga #skandasana #islandlife #legbehindthehead #yogaph #igersmanila #grammerph #fitspo #pinoygram #siargao #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga #advanceda (at Sadhana Siargao)
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4 years ago, Ashtanga Yoga Manila @ashtangayogamanila was born. I would like to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to my students who have entrusted me with their practice and of course @rebelyogamanila for giving our community a hOMe. Though we don’t see each other in person, you guys made the community continue through our online classes! Forever grateful! I know someday we will all see each other in person again!
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#yoga #yogi #yogini #yogamen #yogadudes #yogalove #yogainspiration #yogaeverydamnday #yogaforlife #yogaformen #boysofyoga #mensyoga #yogaforeveryone #ashtanga #ashtangi #ashtangayoga #primaryseries #intermediateseries #mysore #parampara #yogamanila #yogaph #yogaphilippines #aymnl #igersmanila #fitness #igyoga #instayoga #madaboutyoga #sangha (at Ashtanga Yoga Manila)
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- Annais Nin
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I wish I could’ve embraced you from conception

Wish that you would’ve fallen into my arms

slick from birth

unfazed by nature’s deception

These vessels we were given to-

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Unable to comprehend the complexity of our beings

Encased in roles that

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#nubodyandmind #badassmovement #yoga #yogaformen #yogapants #carltonjonescollection #wrappant #fallentriangle #mensyoga #poetry #pride #lovewins #threewishes (at Manhattan Movement & Arts Center)

This is no ordinary love.
- Sade, 1992
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Is it my goal? Is it your goal?
- Aaliyah, 1998 RIP


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