Atthena Breitton, E-RYT 500
Yoga Instructor & Educator
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Co-authored Articles (8)
How to
Do the Lotus Position
Named for the lotus flower, the Padmasana position is a power yoga exercise designed to open the hips and create flexibility in the ankles and knees. Spiritually, the lotus position is calm, quiet, and fosters contemplat...
How to
Do Pilates
Pilates is a type of fitness system that consists of movement exercises that are designed to tone the body, strengthen the muscles, increase flexibility and agility, improve posture, and heighten concentration skills. Th...
How to Try Tantric Yoga: Individual and Partner Poses
Tantric yoga focuses on spirituality and mental clarity. This is not as physically-demanding as other forms of yoga, but usually requires more concentration. Many tantra poses look like normal yoga poses, but the differ...
How to
Clean a Yoga Mat
No matter how often you use your yoga mat, it will get dirty, sweaty and possibly stinky with use. At the very least, this is not conducive to a pleasant yoga experience! Skin and product oils, sweat, and dirt can pene...
How to
Make a Homemade Yoga Mat
Want to get into yoga without spending a lot of money on yoga gear? Though there are several yoga tools you can use in your practice, from yoga straps to blocks to great yoga pants, a yoga mat is probably the most afford...
How to
Do Yoga in Bed
Yoga can be both invigorating and relaxing. For this reason, many people enjoy yoga in bed when they're waking up and falling asleep. There are a variety of yoga poses that can be done safely from bed.
How to
Do Fitness Yoga
Yoga is known for its mental and physical health benefits. It provides a routine in which you can meditate by focusing on your breathing and relaxing all of your muscles. But it can also be a great way to exercise and bu...
How to
Choose a Yoga Mat
If you're interested in yoga, you'll need a mat. Yoga mats come in a variety of lengths and textures and are made from many different materials. If you want a yoga mat, you should consider a variety of factors. Think abo...