In the final installment of this 8-part series, Aadil Palkhivala explains why he named his studio “Purna Yoga” — not only what it means, but also where the name came from. Aadil has Purna Yoga centers all around the world, where they teach his brand of yoga, philosophy, and more.
Aadil Palkivala was one of the first master teachers to explore and embrace Three Minute Egg®. His enthusiasm for our product led to the Aadil Palkhivala Signature Egg. You can learn about his Signature Egg here on our website.
Learn more about Aadil Palkhivala on his website. We have enormous respect for Aadil, and we think you will too after watching all eight of these videos.
In Part 7 of this 8-part series, master yoga teacher Aadil Palkhivala talks about the Three Minute Egg® yoga block as unique and delightful. There are so many uses for the 3ME in your yoga practice that it takes a willingness to explore. Watch this short video to find out why Aadil uses the Egg in his yoga classes.
Aadil also talks about why he agreed to have his own signature Egg. He was one of the first master teachers to explore and embrace Three Minute Egg®. His enthusiasm for our product, very evident in this video, led to the Aadil Palkhivala Signature Egg. Learn about his Signature Egg here on our website.
In Part 6 of this 8-part series, master yoga teacher Aadil Palkhivala gives an insightful interview on why you may need a yoga teacher for your practice, and when/why you may not. Anyone who practices yoga should watch this short video!
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“This may sound like an easy question to ask any yoga instructor, but Aadil took it in a direction and to a depth I could never have foreseen. Suddenly, we were talking about the value of doing yoga at all. Aadil also talks about his own teacher Savatri. All of Aadil’s stories are engrossing; I hope you enjoy listening to them as much as I did.”
In Part 5 of this 8-part series, master yoga teacher Aadil Palkhivala, who knows a thing or two about living one’s dharma, draws from his own experience to illustrate what dharma is and what it might mean to you when you are living yours.
Aadil Palkivala was one of the first master teachers to explore and embrace Three Minute Egg®. His enthusiasm for our product led to the Aadil Palkhivala Signature Egg. This is an engaging talk (and topic) for anyone trying to find the right path. It’s also a great promo for doing yoga. Watch and you’ll see why!
Master yoga teacher Aadil Palkhivala wasn’t always as flexible as he is now. Learn about his journey and the deeper reason to work out the rigidity in your body. In Part 4 of this 8-part series, he discusses the relationship between the physical rigidity of your body and your very soul.
Aadil Palkivala was one of the first master teachers to explore and embrace Three Minute Egg®. His enthusiasm for our product led to the Aadil Palkhivala Signature Egg. Aadil’s deep knowledge, respect, and love for yoga is reflected in this short video.
In Part 3 of this 8-part series, Aadil Palkhivala describes what he sees as the real, essential purpose of doing yoga. As he explains, an asana practice has more value than its physical benefits. Watch and learn!
Aadil Palkivala was one of the first master teachers to explore and embrace Three Minute Egg®. His enthusiasm for our product led to the Aadil Palkhivala Signature Egg. Aadil’s deep knowledge of yoga does not end at the mat. His philosophy includes the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of being human.
In Part 2 of this 8-part series, Aadil Palkhivala talks about how BKS Iyengar helped his mother to conceive after nothing else worked. It’s a touching story of the power of yoga. Not many people can mean it when they say, “I owe my life to yoga.”
Aadil Palkivala was one of the first master teachers to explore and embrace Three Minute Egg®. His enthusiasm for our product led to the Aadil Palkhivala Signature Egg. Aadil’s deep knowledge of yoga inspires his students. With this video, you will start to understand why he loves his practice and the discipline so much.
In Part 1 of this 8-part series, Aadil Palkhivala talks about his childhood as Iyengar’s very first child pupil.
More from Jason Scholder, 3ME owner and inventor:
“When I first met Aadil, I was in awe of his style and his vast knowledge. I still am. We developed a relationship through the Three Minute Egg®, for which I am very grateful. Aadil is as heart-centered in person as he seems in these videos. He even graced me once with a one-on-one yoga lesson to help my back. In this video, Aadil talks about how he got started in his yoga practice as a boy. Aadil’s stories are engrossing; I hope you enjoy listening to them as much as I did.”
“When you place your palms on the floor in Adho Mukha Svanasana you have to find where your energy is present and where it is absent, where the life force is active, or overactive, and where passive and inactive.” – B.K.S. Iyengar, Yoga Wisdom & Practice
Where To
Under the hands
Under the forearms
Between the thighs
Under the forehead
Why To
If you find that there is significant discomfort in the shoulders this is often because there is too much weight being placed on the hands.An Egg under each hand takes away some of this pressure and encourages you to shift more weight back into your feet.
Wrist discomfort is one of the primary complaints in many inverted postures. This can be caused by Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or simply a lack of (more…)
These days, you can find Marianne Wells in The Goddess Garden of Cahuita, Costa Rica, home of the Marianne Wells Yoga School. Along the path of a small, winding creek among the gentle jungle trees, Marianne fosters a rigorously spiritual environment, helping teachers-in-training find the path that speaks to them as they embark on their unique and personal journey. Her yoga teacher certification programs are some of the most comprehensive in the world.
With a strong background in both teaching and motivational speaking, it comes as no surprise that Marianne’s approach to her trainings are just as much philosophical as they are methodical. Her offerings include a 200RYT Yoga Alliance Teacher Training, as well as 500 RYT & IAYT Yoga Therapy Trainings. Students travel from over 30 countries seeking her guidance. It’s not only asanas, pranayamas and mudras they are seeking – but also a completeness of mind, body and spirit. Through her instruction students gain a deepened sense of spirituality, realizing the value of self in one’s own instruction as well as recognizing that of the students, gauging and evolving what’s essential for them to learn.
Marianne’s intuition and insight translate beyond (more…)
