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The benefits of practicing yoga as a lifeline in challenging times

Yoga: A Lifeline in Challenging Times

by Kristine Kaoverii Weber, MA, C-IAYT, eRYT500, YACEP

I don’t know about you, but I kinda feel like I’ve been holding my breath since last March. I finally exhaled in mid-November I was surprised by what happened next. I thought I was humming along just-fine-thank-you-very-much but what I discovered is that I was lugging around a lot more stress than... Read more

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Elise Miller's 3-Part Quick Fix for Your Back

by Bridget Frederick, eRYT 500

Wall ropes are a staple in many Iyengar-based yoga studios. Invented by BKS Iyengar, he and his students used them as a prop to support and intensify asana practice. In my exploration, I’ve found both strengthening and therapeutic uses for them, depending on what I’m needing at the moment. ... Read more

How to perform daily yoga and wellness practices to cultivate resilience

5 Daily Yoga and Wellness Practices to Cultivate Resilience

by Lacey Gibson Ramirez RYT-200, M.S.

Resilience is more than just a buzzword; it’s the new way of life. From the tragedy, financial hardship, social injustice, and loss of livelihoods that colored the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, humanity is now emerging stronger. But what does resilience truly mean? This article explores the concept of... Read more

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7 Mindfulness Practices to Start Your Day

by Lori Deschene

How often do you feel energized, grounded, and excited for the day when you finish your morning routine? And what is your morning routine? Are you one of those people who sleep as late as possible, pound some coffee and a processed breakfast, and then rush to get into work on time? (No judgment—I’... Read more

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Support Your Neck with a Yoga Eye Pillow

How to ride the breath wave in yoga class in Upward Facing Dog Pose (Urdhva Mukha Shvanasana)

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Being super smart is one of those status things that many wish for, if not for themselves, at least for their kids. After all, smart people often make more money, get more recognition, have more power, and win... Read more

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