A 5 minute lecture on yoga philosophy. This week, Alanna, The JivaDiva presents Pranayama - an introduction to breath practices and what this limb of yoga means. This is not a pranayama practice, but a good place to start on understanding the next step of yoga. Enjoy the lecture, Namaste! For more information about the JivaDiva, please visit Alanna's website, www.jivadiva.com

This easy 8 minute meditation guides you on a visualization through the system of the chakras. Feel balanced, energized and relaxed and take some well-deserved time to yourself. This meditation is great for anybody, even those who are new to meditation or yoga. Don't forget to vote for the JivaDiva Yoga Jam in the health and fitness section on podcastawards.com from July 1-15th! Enjoy the journey, Namaste!

Audio Only - for those who can't view movies, or just want to listen. This 20 minute series is an emphasis on opening the hip flexors - especially good for runners and cyclists. Previous yoga experience recommended. Don't forget to vote for the JivaDiva Yoga Jam in the Health & Fitness category on podcastawards.com from July 1-15! Enjoy your practice, Namaste.

Finally! The JivaDiva has released another movie for your yoga viewing. This 20 minute series was filmed in the Rocky Mountains, and is an emphasis on opening the hip flexors - especially good for runners and cyclists. Previous yoga experience recommended. Don't forget to vote for the JivaDiva Yoga Jam in the Health & Fitness category on podcastawards.com from July 1-15! Enjoy your practice, Namaste.

This short podcast illustrates the importance of the sanskrit language in a yoga class. It clears up any misconceptions about sanskrit, and explains the history of sanskrit, as well as why it is key to a yoga practice. For more information about Alanna, the JivaDiva, please visit www.jivadiva.com. Enjoy, namaste!