Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Bharadvājāsana is a seated spinal twist named after the ancient sage Bharadvāja, one of the legendary ṛṣis (seers) of the Vedas. His name is often interpreted as “the bearer of the banner,” symbolizing one who upholds and carries forward the light of wisdom and lineage.
This pose honors the inner qualities of the sage—wisdom, discipline, devotion, and the sacred power of transmission passed from teacher to student.
To explore alignment in Bharadvājāsana:
Begin by anchoring the twist through the base—root the hips and press through the heel of the hand. Once you’ve established a steady foundation, initiate a gentle lateral shift to bring the torso over to the side. From there, lift the rib cage and spiral around the spine’s central axis to deepen the twist. Let the foot of the half-lotus leg ground you further, stabilizing the pelvis as the twist unfolds from within.
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Bharadvājāsana is a seated spinal twist named after the ancient sage Bharadvāja, one of the legendary ṛṣis (seers) of the Vedas. His name is often interpreted as “the bearer of the banner,” symbolizing one who upholds and carries forward the light of wisdom and lineage.
This pose honors the inner qualities of the sage—wisdom, discipline, devotion, and the sacred power of transmission passed from teacher to student.
To explore alignment in Bharadvājāsana:
Begin by anchoring the twist through the base—root the hips and press through the heel of the hand. Once you’ve established a steady foundation, initiate a gentle lateral shift to bring the torso over to the side. From there, lift the rib cage and spiral around the spine’s central axis to deepen the twist. Let the foot of the half-lotus leg ground you further, stabilizing the pelvis as the twist unfolds from within.
Join me for my upcoming live strength based yoga course on Omstars in October! omstars.com/watch
This video was filmed with @timfeldmannyoga in beautiful Bali.
We’re returning to @radiantlyalive.ubud for an immersive 2-week, 50-hour Ashtanga Yoga training, and early bird pricing is available now.
Each morning begins with Mysore-style or guided practice. Afternoons are devoted to exploring movement principles, technique, and alignment.
Week One focuses on foundational elements-asana, anatomy, and alignment.
Week Two dives into the more subtle aspects of practice-breathwork, meditation, and the deeper teachings of yoga.
March 3-15, 2026
Radiantly Alive, Ubud, Bali
This is a unique opportunity to deepen your practice in a magical setting. This video was filmed in beautiful Bali.
Early bird ends October 7-secure your spot now.
Register here: radiantlyalive.com/50hr-ashtanga-
training-bali-kino-tim-2026
Join a worldwide community of yogis right here!!!!
Kino Yoga YouTube channel is place where you will find all the tools for your yoga practice. Full length beginner friendly practice sessions, tutorials on almost every posture that work like a yoga pose encyclopedia, yoga lifestyle and philosophy discussions and Kino's handstand and yoga demo
videos for inspiration from all over the world.
Join my free Progressive Ashtanga yoga challenge, only on Omstars! Get started today. Sign up here: omstars.com/courses/progressive-ashtanga-challenge-with-kino
Practice with me on Omstars! Join my online community to get
access to all of my classes and practice withe me LIVE. Start with a 7-Day Free Trial!
Get started here: yoga.omstars.com/partner-program-kino-macgregor
Follow @KinoYoga on Instagram for inspiration!
Kino MacGregor is a yoga teacher, best-selling author, co-founder of Miami Life Center and Omstars, a leading online yoga platform. She has practiced yoga for over 25 years and meditation for over 20. she is one of only a few students to begin the challenging Fifth Series of Ashtanga Yoga and receive the Certification to teach from its founder K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India.
