Thread the needle pose is a great way to open the shoulders and upper back. It also involves a slight twist which helps to detoxify and calm. It is a simple and gentle posture but one that I really enjoy. Include Thread the Needle as part of a warmup series for a longer practice. It’s also nice […]
Consistency in your Practice
There was a period of time last year when I practiced yoga everyday straight for three months. Now, these weren’t 90-minute power classes … I attended one class a week because I enjoyed the connection and energy of the other students and the teacher. The other 6 days I practiced at home. I aimed for […]
Moon Salutation (Chandra Namaskar)
If you have been doing yoga for even a little bit, you have no doubt practiced Sun Salutations. Moon salutations are their lesser known sister sequences. A moon salutation is about Yin, feminine or cooling energy. It is a more quieting, meditative sequence. Feel free to practice moon salutations anytime of the day but they are really nice […]
The Beginner’s Guidebook for Yoga and Pranayama for Stress Management
I have spent many years, in fact decades, studying natural nutrition and herbalism, digesting an extensive array of nutrition books and research-based articles, exploring ways of eating, and conducting my own experiments with various food and nutrition belief systems. I have practiced yoga since I was in my 20s; I am now in my 60s. […]
Getting Grounded for the Holidays
Holidays can be stressful. I have great childhood memories of Thanksgiving and Christmas. But I also recall some family craziness and my poor mom running around in a frenzy! I enjoy hosting the big meal, sharing the gifts and attending parties. It is hectic, yes!! So I choose to be joyful and try not to […]
Yin Yoga for Vitality and Wellness
I am surrounded by sick people! Friends at work are coughing. My boys both stayed home from school last week with sore throats (twins – yep they often get sick together). Even the guy selling me a car was sniffling as he looked up looked up things … It is just that time of year. […]
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