Trinity Yoga

All things in life have an ebb and a flow - the flow of the seasons, the rise and fall of the tides in response to the moon, a seed coming forth in spring and the flower unfolding, the creation and destruction of all things mortal and the flow of Suryanakaskar. What do all these diverse phenomena have in common?  They are all Vinyasanas, progressive sequences that unfold with an inherent harmony and intelligence.  “Vinyasa” comes from the… More..

Yoga is not simply a form of physical exercise, like calisthenics or aerobics. While it is certainly a great physical outlet, this is not the true purpose and technique of yoga. In many ways the physical aspect is just the point of contact.  Beyond its physical aspect, lies the vast science of yoga.  Its truths are based on the experiences and experiments of an unbroken line of mystics, occultists, saints and sages. Comprehensive in nature and profound in its… More..

The mystical world of yoga has captivated millions of people. Yoga's popularity is well deserved and timely. The science of yoga offers something for everybody, even you! It is hard to escape the recent North American trend of yoga’s rising popularity.  We encounter images and references to yoga in subways, popular magazines and at fitness gyms.  While the popularity of yoga is unquestionable; it has spurred many questions from those unfamiliar with yoga practice and philosophy. … More..

Ayurveda is the traditional healing system of India, which dates as far back as 5000 BC.  Literally translated, the Sanskrit word Ayurveda means “the science of life and longevity”.  Ayurvedic philosophy was originally derived from the Vedas of which there exist four primary classical texts, the Rig, Yajur, Sama and Atharva Vedas.  Even though the bases of Ayurveda were established millennia ago, its original teachings have undergone many transformations and continue to be adapted today.  More..

This article will provide a clearer picture on Piriformis Syndrome and how to use Yoga to manage and ease the associated pain. Piriformis syndrome is a description for a set of symptoms that you feel in your butt area – specifically: A dull ache in the mid-butt area Pain that travels or radiates down the back of the legs (aka sciatica) Pain when walking up stairs or an incline Increased pain after prolonged sitting, walking or… More..

Within a nationality we witness many different forms of expression, dialects, interests, etc. Similarly, the world of yoga offers many different styles, techniques and themes. Here, we offer a directory of the various styles of the physical practice of yoga. HATHA YOGA This term means the practice of the physical postures, also called asanas, which could essentially mean all styles of physical yoga.  Generally though, a Hatha class will be an eclectic blend of a few different… More..

The knee is comprised of 3 bones – the femur (the thigh bone), the tibia (the shin bone), and the patella (the knee cap) and a little bit of cartilage (the meniscus). Since it is an area where bones meet, it is classified as a joint, with its primary motions being flexion and extension (to bring the heel toward and away from the bum). Being a joint, it functions best when it is stable. Stability in the knee… More..

The sacroiliac joint is located at the base of the spine. Specifically, it describes where the sacrum (the triangular piece of bone at the base of the spine) meets the ilium (part of the pelvis).  Much of the time people refer to the sacroiliac joint as the SI joint.  Throughout this article, I will be referring to the SI joint in the singular. But in the back of your mind, know that there are 2 - one on either… More..