Is there Hope that my Leg will stick behind my Head? – Perspectives on physical Limits in Asana-Practice

I posted a picture on instagram in Dhurvasana, a leg-behind-the-head posture of Ashtanga's third series. The picture (see the same picture in the header of this article) shows quite nicely the

by Tom Richter

Yoga Practice

Always come back to your breath – Tom’s interview on the Freedom Meditation Podcast

I was interviewed by Sicco Rood, who does the Freedom Meditation Podcast. In the interview I talk about how I started with Yoga, the principles of the Ashtanga Vinyasa System, how

by Tom Richter

Lifestyle Design

Yoga Practice

Yoga Teacher Tips

Have a Relationship with your Yoga Practice – An interview with Paul Dallaghan

This summer I once again returned to Samahita Retreat on Koh Samui, Thailand to study with my teacher Paul Dallaghan. Paul has been a helpful guide and great source of inspiration on

by Tom Richter

Lifestyle Design

Yoga Teacher Tips

What you can learn from Krishnamacharya’s story about having a purpose as a Yoga teacher

Tirumalai Krishnamacharya (1888 - 1989) is considered one of the most influential Yoga teachers and is referred to as the „father of modern Yoga“ - and with good reason as his

by Tom Richter

Yoga Practice

Yoga Teacher Tips

Why the best teaching always goes back to the fundamentals

I have been consistently practicing yogasana (in the form of Ashtanga Yoga) for over 10 years. And I love to explore, I am motivated by digging deeper, understanding why things have

by Tom Richter

Yoga Practice

Yoga Teacher Tips

7 Reasons For Yoga Teachers To Practice Daily – Even If You’re Physically And Emotionally Exhausted

It happens to so many Yoga enthusiasts and new as well as more experienced Yoga teachers. We start practicing Yoga, love it and want to share it with the whole world.

by Tom Richter

Yoga Practice

My Yoga Practice As A Rehearsal For Real Life

My yoga practice is a mirror of how I live my life. It reflects my mood, emotions, doubts and hopes. Observing myself in practice therefore has the potential to teach me about

by Tom Richter