Ashtanga Blog

My thoughts, experiences and advice all around Ashtanga Yoga. Enjoy reading, and if it inspires something in you: please share it with me.

Injury in Yoga: Disaster or Blessing in Disguise?

How injuries help us shift perspective, trust our body and mature in our practice.

What progress in Yoga really means and how to work through plateaus and limitations.

Which characteristics make Ashtanga Yoga stand out when compared to other Yoga styles.

The reasons why Yoga is much more than a workout according to its ancient texts.

Why persistence, dedicated effort and trust in yourself will take you further than mere talent.

Tristhana, the inner mechanism that makes Ashtanga so special and different from other yoga styles.

A list of my favourite books about Yoga, Philosophy and Spirituality.

What you need to know if you are considering practicing in Mysore - and the common myths not to fall for.

The different intentions behind adjusting Asanas and how to best serve the student.

Thoughts on the value of community, living an authentic life and how not to fall into the trap of spiritual bypassing.