Ashtanga Blog

I share reflections from inside the practice — personal, unapologetic, and rooted in tradition. It’s a space for depth, doubt, discipline, and the kind of questions that don’t always have easy answers. Enjoy reading, and if it inspires something in you: please share it with me.

The ideal of the undisturbed Yogi: is it still relevant?

From unrealistic expectations of complete transcendence to the achievable goal of enhanced awareness.

Struggle Poses: Trust the Practice, Not the Stretch

Should you warm up before your struggle pose?

Yoga will show us the way

A tribute to my teacher Shri R. Sharath Jois.

A Life Transformed by a Simple Breath

The profound impact of Ashtanga Yoga on my well-being, relationships and perspective on life.

A Week of Growth, Reflection, and Renewal

The Transformative Potential of a Yoga Retreat.

Injury in Yoga: Disaster or Blessing in Disguise?

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

Beyond the perfect shape: Redefining progress in Ashtanga

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

The 5 big Whys of Ashtanga Yoga

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

Is Yoga a Workout?

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

Dedication beats talent

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