The Real Reason Downward Dog Is So Good For You

By: Sara Calabro

From an acupuncture perspective, downward-facing dog has gained its rightful place at the top of the yoga-pose heap because it activates the "Bladder Channel."

The Bladder channel, sometimes referred to as tai yang, is the longest channel in the body.  It has 67 acupuncture points that run from the inner eye, up and over the head, down the entire spine and posterior leg, along the side of the food and ending at the pinkie toe.

June 2012 : Downward Dog + Greece Retreat Photos

Hello Friends,

Summer, summer, summertime!  Time to sit back and unwind.

Enjoy Will Smith's summertime video here.  :)

May retreats were rejuvenating to say the least.  Unplugging and getting
into some serious nature time will calm you to the core.  Some photos
from Greece below.

Hope to offer more retreat opportunities soon. Stay tuned!

This June, we focus on downward facing dog or adho mukha svanasana.

June Focus : Downward Dog

Why is downward dog so good for you? 

Good Article on Down Dog by Sara Calabro  

*  simultaneously creates strength and flexibility, extension and stability

*  activates the bladder channel, which runs along 67 acupuncture points

*  effects the 'back shu' points, which is the most direct way in effecting the body's organs

Crete, Greece 2012 Photos