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 […]
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. […]
A Mini Workshop on Eagle Arms
Do you sit at your computer all day long? If yes, it is likely you hunch and your shoulders roll forward. Over time, this can end up causing tension, aches and pains. This is uncomfortable, decreases focus and is not good for your posture. Eagle Arms provides a nice stretch for the shoulders and upper back. It […]
Yoga for a Good Night’s Sleep
Does this sound familiar at all? It’s 2 a.m. You turn over. Adjust the pillow. Tug on the blanket. Stare at the ceiling. Look at the clock. 2:05 a.m. Where the &#*!@ is that elusive sweet slumber?! There are probably a thousand different things that cause insomnia. Overactive mind, stress, caffeine, medical conditions, change in activity levels, time change! […]
A Warrior Yoga Flow for Creativity
Yoga is itself creative and also inspires creativity. Below, find a short yoga flow designed to ignite your creative spark. Postures include: Goddess Warrior 2 Warrior 1 Warrior 3 The Warrior postures are strong and grounding. However this sequence is also dynamic and flowing with with no static holds. The intention is to get the […]
Supported Bridge Pose (a.k.a. Bliss on a Block)
I love supported bridge pose. I would say it is one of my all-time favourites! It is a really nice restorative backend that is great for gently opening the lower spine as well as the chest.
Stand Up Yoga for Better Posture
Growing up, did you ever hear, “sit up straight, don’t slouch!” This is something I say to my kids frequently. They are little computer addicts and probably spend far too many hours there! My posture isn’t horrible but I do sit in weird positions. As I type this, I have one foot tucked under me, […]
A Short Yoga Sequence to Improve Posture
Slouched over your computer all day long …? Yoga can help overcome some of the detrimental effects that modern life has on our on posture. Yoga nurtures good posture by lengthening the spine, creating awareness of postural alignment, strengthening the back muscles and fostering the natural curves of the spine. Have a look at the sequence below […]
Sleeping Lord Vishnu Pose (not as restful as it looks!)
This past week, Jill (check out her site here!) and I were emailing back and forth about this posture, also called – “Pose Dedicated to Lord Vishnu.” It is not one that I have practiced very much. So I decided to play around and give it a try. Not as easy as it looks … a few rather […]
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