--- title: "My Personal Yoga Practice | Clinical Yoga Therapy by Manjunath" description: "Explore my personal yoga practice, focused on clinical therapy and functional movement. Unlearn common yoga myths and start your journey with a real expert." canonical: https://mytribe.in/manjunath.murthy_/online-yoga-training-mentorship/my-practice last_updated: 2025-09-06 --- # My Personal Yoga Practice and Discipline Tribe Verified · Clinical Yoga Therapist, ex-NIMHANS professional. By [Manjunath Murthy](https://mytribe.in/manjunath.murthy_) · Live online group sessions · ₹3,500 per month (12 sessions) (estimate) Part of [Online Yoga Training & Mentorship](https://mytribe.in/manjunath.murthy_/online-yoga-training-mentorship). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/manjunath.murthy_/online-yoga-training-mentorship/gallery) A teacher must be a dedicated student first. This is how I refine my own movement, focus, and understanding before I ever step in front of a class. ## Photos and videos - [Video: My own practice is the foundation of my teaching. Here I am working on a handstand and Dhanurasana, because a teacher must first and foremost be a dedicated student of yoga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/818e2bc3-6849-4323-a35d-181517492d6f) - [Video: This is my practice of Ek Pada Sirsasana and a handstand variation. I believe in adapting the principles of yoga into every aspect of life, including the media I share.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/475dda30-2460-432e-b986-9fa6a5759766) - [Video: Mastering the extremities of movement and stillness. My practice explores dynamic motions and the challenge of holding a steady, focused asana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eecf4742-b624-43ec-9cd1-ea73fe0a5ab5) - [Video: Refining advanced poses like the standing split and Eka Pada Koundinyasana II. Consistent self-practice is non-negotiable for any serious teacher.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/10dd88bf-17c8-4d6f-86bb-6482a513b156) - [Video: A shoutout to all yoga teachers who miss their own morning practice to conduct classes for their students. The dedication to teaching often requires personal sacrifice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ca6c3696-6b68-46dc-863f-c1fa3995f125) - [Video: A demonstration of Bakasana (Crow Pose) and a reclining split. Every practice is an opportunity to connect with the body and quiet the mind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/62d4b1f7-510b-482d-87fc-3b2480addebd) - [Video: Advanced asanas do not equate to advanced yoga. This is a demonstration of Parsva Bakasana, but the real practice is in the awareness and control, not the pose itself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ac4a48c-c0e5-4e04-bbac-3d44644b5b01) - [Video: In the quest for inversions, it's important to remember why we practice. Asanas can be a tool to overcome our problems or a shield to cover them. I choose the former.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b9d350b1-9b5d-4962-9313-ddd4315a63c9) - [Video: Asana without the first two limbs of yoga, the Yamas and Niyamas, is just a crutch. My practice of Chakrasana and headstand variations is grounded in this ethical foundation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b537486-6908-4ea6-835b-40d22f803802) - [Video: A flow sequence including Vasisthasana (Side Plank) and a headstand tuck. Practice is about exploring the body's capabilities with intelligence and care.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf24cfe1-ce68-474b-b7e4-d220bfd96867) - [Video: A simple transition from a forward fold to Parsva Bakasana. Even the most basic movements, when done with awareness, are a form of yoga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eec7dc7a-3097-489e-a894-f352615d0749) - [Video: Splitting into the weekend with a handstand and Hanumanasana. My practice is a part of my daily life, not a separate event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e95a9fa-9807-4f89-8d7f-fdcea4757e55) - [Video: A quiet moment of practice with Eka Pada Rajakapotasana, before my dogs join in. Our practice should be adaptable to the life happening around us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b37c4573-54bb-4a66-b42b-5f1af0e343fc) - [Video: Health is more important than aesthetics. My practice focuses on building functional strength through poses like Pincha Mayurasana and controlled push-ups.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/34edbd3a-e179-4825-a3ab-47d0c3332f38) - [Video: Fools look for heaven outside; wise ones create it within. A handstand practice is an opportunity to find that internal center of balance and peace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e22b0d5-cb8f-45db-8a8e-5d6e30e92ec6) - [Video: Alignment in asanas is alignment in energies. A simple handstand practice can be a profound tool for centering the mind and body.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7773dc25-338b-4a9e-848c-126cd51d9cd1) - [Video: Comparison is the thief of joy. This flow through various inversions and arm balances is my own journey, not a benchmark for others.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a17057aa-385f-4d37-98cd-e8460e4b7b57) - [Video: Complementing asanas with other activities like jump rope can greatly improve your practice. Here I explain how cross-training builds the strength and endurance needed for advanced postures.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/531fa93e-4334-44d3-936f-b0c975e64caf) - [Video: A practice session with my dog, moving through core work and Pincha Mayurasana. Yoga teaches us to be serene and benevolent towards all beings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ca178fb-ad24-4f0d-893a-48684c8bec88) - [Video: It doesn't matter if it's a dad bod or a chad bod. What matters is respect, gratitude, and knowing your boundaries. My practice, including backbends and splits, is for health, not for a specific look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4a511b54-80de-4403-bd39-6b1743ccf2cb) - [Video: A rooftop practice of Padmasana in Bhujapidasana. Reflecting on a year of struggles and lessons, and finding strength in the consistency of practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e23403e-2e1a-48df-a366-7ed66cf1d220) - [Video: A flow sequence on the rooftop. Spirituality is not about grand gestures; it's about how you treat people and stay true to your principles every day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2d045d8-9568-46ca-b4e6-a8aa587b7991) - [Video: A sunset practice of Svarga Dvijasana. We are all just a mere fragment of something greater, and practice is a way to connect with that.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c19175c-c189-4a29-a227-bb2be9e9500d) - [Video: To do the advanced poses, you need a strong foundation in the basics. This sequence demonstrates how various asanas build upon each other.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1419479e-2546-4587-9ae4-bdc4b89b1a56) - [Video: Stop obsessing over advanced asanas. This video shows that focusing on intermediate poses like this kneeling backbend will get you to Pincha Mayurasana faster and more safely than forcing it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a53aac77-82d9-4ed1-b348-7dbfea5e396e) - [Video: Keeping it real with a handstand and standing leg-to-head pose. My practice is not for show; it's a reflection of my commitment to the authentic path of yoga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ceb27eaa-744e-4a2e-9bed-74b4b896a4cf) - [Video: A flow from Parsva Bakasana to Astavakrasana. In a world that appreciates flashy reels, I hope people also appreciate the quiet, consistent work that goes into them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b4808f1b-0ed5-40bc-af41-927cbce89bdd) - [Video: To forge ahead, you must not forget what got you this far. A simple core exercise and forward fold are just as important as any advanced asana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9e23f38d-460a-4c44-b389-258fbd815f7a) ## About My Practice This gallery isn't here to impress you with flexibility; it's a look into my daily discipline. You’ll notice I rarely use specialized props to create these shapes—I rely on basic body mechanics and household furniture. This is exactly how I teach: using what you have to build actual strength and functional control, rather than chasing a hollow aesthetic. My personal practice is the foundation of my teaching. If you see me practicing Bakasana or headstand variations, understand that the goal isn't the pose. The goal is the awareness and control I bring to the movement. ### Why No Props? Modern yoga has become obsessed with 'add-ons'—blocks, straps, and expensive mats. When you rely on these, you aren't learning your body; you are learning how to use a prop. I teach you to find your center, balance your 'headweight'—the stress and internal noise—against your physical mass. When you practice without these crutches, your real weaknesses become obvious, and that is where the healing begins. ### Clinical Accuracy vs. Aesthetics I have seen too many students arrive with injuries because they chased an 'Instagram-worthy' pose without the foundational strength to support it. My practice is designed to be sustainable, not just for the camera. We focus on the Yamas and Niyamas as the base, because asana without ethical and mental discipline is just gymnastics. Whether it's rehabilitating a herniated disc or simply learning to breathe and move with intention, my methodology is rooted in this same self-practice. It takes time—*shraddhe irbeku* (you need faith)—but consistent, intelligent effort always yields results. *Barutte, barutte* (it will come). ## About Manjunath Murthy I’m Manjunath. I don't care for trends or 'yoga bodies' that look good but don't function. I teach real, clinical-grade yoga that helps you fix actual physical and internal problems. 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