Anatomy and Alignment

Practicing with total attention within the body

is advanced yoga, no matter how easy the posture;

Practicing with your attention scattered

is the practice of a beginner,

no matter how difficult the posture.

Coulter H.D: Anatomy of Hatha Yoga*

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Anatomy and Alignment in Yoga Classes
Knee Hyperextension

* Coulter H.D.(2001): Anatomy of Hatha Yoga, Body and Breath, Honesdale, PA, USA

Note: The articles on alignment and adjustments in yoga postures may greatly benefit your yoga practice and help you to improve your physical and mental health. However, each individual has unique needs, and it is highly advisable that you first practice with - or at least consult - an experienced yoga instructor. These articles are no substitute for medical advise and the author accepts no liablilty for loss or injury in connection with the exercises demonstrated or the instructions and advice expressed herein.