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My Journey Through Yoga Teacher Training at YogaTX in Rishikesh: A Personal Experience

by Susan BordenkircherHatha Yoga, Health, Kundalini Yoga, Mantras Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga October 3, 2024

Embarking on a yoga teacher training journey in Rishikesh was one of the most transformative experiences of my life. Like many people who feel drawn to yoga, I had practiced for years in various studios, but it wasn’t until I decided to deepen my practice and understanding by enrolling in a Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC) at YogaTX that I truly understood the vastness of yoga beyond the physical postures. YogaTX Rishikesh, located in the serene setting of Rishikesh, India, provided the perfect environment for my inner and outer growth. Here, I’ll share my personal experience at YogaTX, what the …

Yin Yoga: Embracing Stillness and Deep Release

by Susan BordenkircherHealth, Yin Yoga, Yoga July 28, 2024August 12, 2024

Yin Yoga is a unique form of yoga that focuses on slow movements and deep, long stretches. It is a gentle practice that helps to relax the body and mind. Unlike other types of yoga that are fast and active, Yin Yoga is slow and calming. This practice involves holding each pose for a longer time, usually between three to five minutes, but sometimes even longer. The goal is not just to stretch the muscles but also to reach the deeper layers of the body, like the joints, ligaments, and fascia, which is the connective tissue that surrounds our muscles …