My Personal Yoga Practice & Asana Flows
A window into my own mat, where I play, explore, and find my way back to center. These flows are a reflection of my journey, from dynamic movement to restorative stillness.
A dynamic flow in a beautiful, serene studio space. This sequence moves through Downward-Facing Dog, Warrior II, and into a headstand, exploring balance, strength, and inversion.
An exploration of a challenging sequence, moving from a seated hip opener into the arm balance Eka Pada Koundinyasana II. This is a testament to how practice builds strength and grace over time.
A short, powerful flow from Suryantrasana (Compass Pose) into the eight-angle arm balance, Ashtavakrasana. This demonstrates the connection between flexibility and strength.
Playing with variations of Vasisthasana (Side Plank Pose). This flow explores different expressions of the pose, from opening the hip to transitioning smoothly back to a forward fold.
Finding space in my own body. This personal practice video shows a sequence of deep backbends, including Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (One-Legged King Pigeon Pose) and Dwi Pada Viparita Dandasana.
A journey of effort to effortlessness. This video shows a graceful flow through various hip-opening and forward-folding poses, including a seated split variation.
A personal practice session in a beautiful open-air shala in Sri Lanka. The sequence includes balancing poses, inversions, and a final surrender into Child's Pose, all with a backdrop of lush palm trees.
A restorative flow for a full moon, using props like a yoga wheel and bolster. This gentle practice focuses on heart-opening and hip-releasing postures to encourage softness and surrender.
A look back at my personal practice through the changing seasons. From morning meditations to Pincha Mayurasana (Forearm Stand) checks, the mat has been my constant anchor throughout the year.
About My Personal Practice & Asana Flows
My practice isn't about perfectly posed photos, it is about what I learn on the mat during the messy, unpolished moments. Whether I am working with props like wall ropes or focusing on deep restorative breathing, I am always exploring how to make movement sustainable for the body I have that day. If you are looking to build your own consistent practice or need help navigating an injury, let's connect for a session where we can tailor the approach to your unique needs.
Beyond the Shape
The photos here are not just snapshots of asanas. They are markers of time, mood, and necessity. Some days my mat sees deep, prop-assisted work using chairs and bolsters to unlock stiff hips or shoulders. Other days, it is about testing strength through arm balances like Ashtavakrasana or Suryantrasana. The common thread is not the difficulty of the pose, it is the honesty of the effort.
The Role of My Practice
My personal practice is a laboratory. It is where I test out the alignments I later teach in my Mumbai workshops. It is where I learn to work with my nervous system, whether that means engaging in a sweaty flow or simply using a yoga wheel to breathe into a backbend. This is the same logic I apply to my 1-on-1 yoga therapy sessions, identifying what your body actually needs versus what you think it should do.
Starting Your Own Journey
If you see something here that sparks your curiosity, know that everything I practice starts with the basics.
- Prop-Assisted Learning: We use tools like wall ropes and chairs to understand the mechanics, not to skip the work.
- Personalized Therapy: If you are dealing with chronic pain or injury, we start with a consultation to build a safe, sustainable sequence for your home or studio.
- Teacher Mentorship: If you are a teacher looking to deepen your own practice or handle student adjustments with more confidence, we focus on the subtle, often overlooked details of sequencing and ethics.
Your mat is your sanctuary. It does not have to look like mine, it just has to be yours. Let’s find what works for you.
Nishtha Bijlani
I’m Nishtha. After moving from a fast-paced media job to the stillness of the mat, I realized yoga isn't about being bendy, it is about checking in with yourself. I help students in Mumbai and online move past the noise and build a practice that feels like home.
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