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Sattvic Food Is Not for Everyone
Most people assume Sattvic food is the ideal diet for everyone. Traditional Yoga never made such a claim. In this article, Yogācārya Vinay Siddaiah explains why Sattvic, Rajasic, and Tamasic foods were always meant to support different lifestyles, states of mind, and stages of practice.

Vinay Siddaiah
Aug 55 min read


Why Yoga becomes especially important during cold weather?
As temperatures fall, our bodies and routines naturally change. This article explores why yoga becomes especially valuable during cold weather and how traditional wisdom encourages us to adapt our practice to the season.

Vinay Siddaiah
Dec 23, 20254 min read


Understanding Pranayama: The Art and Science of Breath Control
Pranayama, the yogic science of breath regulation, is a powerful practice for enhancing physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance. In this guide, explore the meaning of pranayama, learn essential breathing techniques such as Nadi Shodhana, Bhramari, Ujjayi, and Kapalabhati, and discover how regular practice can improve overall well-being and support your yoga journey.

Vinay Siddaiah
Sep 30, 20245 min read


Why Yoga Should Be Part of Everyone's Daily Routine: A Holistic Approach to Health
Yoga offers its greatest benefits when it becomes part of daily life. This article explores why consistency matters and how a simple daily practice can positively influence the body, mind, and overall quality of life.

Vinay Siddaiah
Sep 25, 20245 min read


Why do we always start the practice of yoga asana from the right side?
Sometimes, when we keep doing the same action again and again, the action becomes a habit and we forget the reason why we have been doing it in the first place!! And so, it came as a surprise when one of my students asked me this question leading to some introspection and ultimately this blog. Why do we always start the asanas from the right? From a cultural perspective, it is not just Yoga practice but most of the action in India is started from the right as it is considere

Vinay Siddaiah
Sep 7, 20172 min read


Why should i come to yoga class on time?
Many people ask me these question: “Why do you close the door and not allow any late comers to enter the class? Why should we come to the...

Vinay Siddaiah
Jul 15, 20163 min read


Benefits of yoga practice…holistic picture
Yoga is becoming increasingly popular in recent times. We hear about many health issues being resolved by Yoga and many benefits the...

Vinay Siddaiah
Mar 9, 20152 min read


It’s all about journey and not the destination
When I was a kid, my family and relatives used to ask for their time pass “What do you want to become when you grow old?”, teachers used...

Vinay Siddaiah
Jan 31, 20143 min read


Yoga tips: should we pull up knee cap or not?
In many Yoga classes I was asked to pull-up my knee cap (also called locking the knees), during most of the asanas particularly in...

Vinay Siddaiah
Jan 3, 20142 min read


Yoga teacher pushes…good or bad?
It is common that many Yoga teacher pushes you in to your posture in order to make you stretch beyond your normal capabilities. They do...

Vinay Siddaiah
Jan 9, 20134 min read


Misunderstanding the pain
One of my good friends in Intel approached me to get some Yoga tips for his back pain. He was undergoing severe back pain on the left...

Vinay Siddaiah
Jan 23, 20124 min read

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