Shadow Yoga Blog: Resources & Updates

Read more about the philosophy and practice of Shadow Yoga and stay up to date with upcoming events.
Angela "Lakshmi" Norwood
Owner and Teacher, Continuum Yoga Studio
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

March 24, 2025

A Comparison of Iyengar Yoga vs Shadow Yoga

This article highlights some of the similarities and differences between Shadow Yoga and Iyengar Yoga, and outlines what you can expect in an Iyengar Yoga class versus a Shadow Yoga class.

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Angela "Lakshmi" Norwood
Owner, Continuum Yoga
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

March 6, 2025

Understanding Bandha Part II: Uddiyana Bandha, the Abdominal Lock

Although rarely mentioned in modern classrooms, it is the ascension of the life force that was always the underlying objective of the practices of yoga . . .

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Angela "Lakshmi" Norwood
Owner, Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

February 21, 2025

Restorative Yoga Vs Shadow Yoga

Restorative Yoga is a deeply relaxing and therapeutic practice designed to promote healing, reduce stress, and restore balance through supported postures and gentle breath awareness. This blog post explores the philosophy, history and defining characteristics of Restorative Yoga as compared to Shadow Yoga, a progressive system of study based on principles of early martial arts, Indian dance and the teachings of the Nath lineage, the earliest disseminators of Hatha Yoga.

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Angela (Lakshmi) Norwood
Shadow Yoga Teacher, Continuum Yoga School
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

February 6, 2025

Understanding Bandha Part 1: Mula Bandha, the Root Lock

Mula Bandha, or "root lock," is often taught as a physical contraction at the pelvic floor, but its influence extends far beyond muscle engagement. When practiced with awareness, it becomes a powerful gateway to deeper energetic, psycho-emotional, and mental facility within the organism.

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Angie (Lakshmi) Norwood
Teacher and Studio Owner, Continuum Yoga in Bend, Oregon
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

January 23, 2025

Yin Yoga vs Shadow Yoga

A brief summary of Yin Yoga and how it is similar to, and different from, the more vigorous, progressive system of Shadow Yoga. Written by a long-time student and teacher of Shadow Yoga, Angie Norwood, who teaches Shadow Yoga in Bend, Oregon.

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Angie (Lakshmi) Norwood
Owner and Teacher, Continuum, A School of Shadow Yoga
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

January 14, 2025

An Exploration Of Personal Sadhana: What It Is & Benefits

An experienced yoga teacher writes about the tension, the benefits and the profound importance of personal sadhana in the context of Shadow Yoga.

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Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

December 10, 2024

Vinyasa Flow vs Shadow Yoga: What You Can Expect

Gain an understanding of what you can expect from a Shadow Yoga class, as compared to the more commonly-known Vinyasa Flow Yoga.

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Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

November 22, 2024

An Experienced Teacher's Guide To Understanding Different Types Of Yoga

Explore a variety of yoga styles, including their philosophies, characteristics, and sequencing components.

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Angela Lakshmi Norwood
Founder & Teacher
News About Yoga Events At Continuum In Bend Oregon

February 12, 2024

Opening A Yoga School In Bend - Continuum Yoga

Is Continuum a yoga school in Bend or a yoga studio and what's the difference? Hear more from our founder & teacher on what a yoga school means at Continuum.

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Angie Norwood
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

February 12, 2024

Thoughts On What It Means To Be Practicing Yoga

Practicing yoga may often be thought of in terms of the physical, but a true practice incorporates both physical and internal practice. Learn more.

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Angela Lakshmi Norwood
Founder & Teacher
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

February 12, 2024

The Importance & Method Of Accessing Internal Wisdom

How does wisdom penetrate the surface in a meaningful way, beyond the glint of spiritual platitudes?

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Angela Lakshmi Norwood
Founder & Teacher
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

February 11, 2024

Learn About Energetic Transmission From Teacher To Student

Energetic transmission, sometimes called shaktipat, is the energetic exchange between a teacher who is willing to share and a student who is able to receive.

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Angela Lakshmi Norwood
Founder & Teacher
Thoughts & Teachings To Improve Your Yoga Practice

February 11, 2024

Exploring Pratipaksha Bhavanam - Turning Thoughts Around

Learn more about the technique of pratipaksha bhavanam otherwise known as "turning thoughts around" and how this can be incorporated into our yoga practice.

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New Shadow Yoga Classes & Offerings At Continuum Yoga

June 10, 2024

New Class Offerings At Continuum Yoga In Bend January 2023

View our new yoga class offerings as of January 2023. Find out more about updates to our offerings this year and sign up for a class that interests you.

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