Building a Consistent Yoga Practice
Consistency beats perfection every time. Here is a look at my daily practice—the inversions, the flows, and the small habits that help me stay strong on and off the mat.
Day 21 of my inversion challenge, using an aerial yoga setup for traction and decompression.
Day 20 of my inversion challenge, using monkey bars at a park to practice hanging inversions.
Day 19: Rope Sirsasana. Using the ropes in the studio to safely practice a supported headstand.
Day 18 of the inversion challenge. Even on a tough day with cold weather and body aches, consistency wins.
Day 16, Janmashtami. Yoga is excellence in action. Finding harmony and balance in my practice, even on a festival day.
Why I spend 5 minutes on the monkey bars after my session. This small habit builds the grip strength and shoulder stability that supports my entire yoga practice.
Day 15 of inversions, celebrating Independence Day with a special transition from Pincha Mayurasana into a split.
Day 14: Headstand Challenge. Exploring a transition from a supported headstand into a tripod headstand.
Day 14: Headstand Challenge. Practicing a controlled descent from a supported headstand, building core strength.
Day 14: Headstand Challenge. Working on a Mukta Hasta Sirsasana (unsupported headstand) variation.
About The Yogi's Mindset: Daily Practice & Motivation
You don't need to be able to do a handstand or a backbend to start here. These photos show where a regular, focused practice leads, but the real work happens in the small, daily movements—like using monkey bars to build shoulder stability or ropes to decompress the spine. Whether you are stiff, scared, or just looking to improve your alignment, my studio focuses on giving you the specific corrections you need to progress safely.
More than just poses
Many of you ask me, 'Shashi, main kar paungi na?' (Will I be able to do it?). The answer is always, 'Aap bas aa jao.' (You just come). Yoga at my studio in Gunjur is not about finding the perfect shape for a photo; it is about building a connection between your breath, your muscles, and your daily life.
Why I focus on alignment and anatomy
I believe in teaching the 'how' and 'why' behind every movement. We don't just jump into inversions; we study how your joints move, where your muscles engage, and how to use props like blocks and Iyengar-style ropes to keep your practice safe. If you are a beginner, we adapt. If you are advanced, we refine.
The reality of my sessions
My batches are small—capped at 25 people—because I want to see you. I will offer hands-on adjustments, and yes, you might get a little 'daant' (scolding) if your alignment is off. It is not because I am strict; it is because I am in your corner and I want you to avoid injury.
Joining the community
My students are family. We have folks from all walks of life—college students, corporate professionals, and seniors—practicing together. We do not just track poses; we track the progress that comes from showing up, week after week. If you are ready to stop chasing perfection and start building a real, consistent habit, come join us.
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