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Facilitating Calm & Balance: Understanding the Multi-Functional Psoas Muscle
by Lynn Crimando, MA, C-IAYT
On the list of MVMs–most valuable muscles that is–the Psoas muscle, or more precisely the Iliopsoas chain, would be at the top of any yogi’s list. It is after all, the physical link between the spine and the legs. The primary muscular action of the psoas is spinal flexion and extension. It’s the... Read more
Making Peace with Our Differences: Cultivating Equanimity in Relationships
by Charlotte Bell
It’s been a full year since a dear friend succumbed to cancer. A longtime yoga student and generous soul, I was privileged to know her for 20 years. I think about her often. Even now, sometimes my mind has a hard time grasping her absence. This friend was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer... Read more
Protect Your Happy Place: Where Stress is Positive and Your Core is Strong
by Dr.Ginger Garner PT, DPT, ATC, PYT
In this post, I am introducing a concept called The Pressure System. The Pressure System is a “3D Approach” to Protecting Your Happy Place, which means a place where you are resilient, have a strong core and low back, and you can slay stress like a champion. The science of stress is clear. Stress... Read more
Integrating Yoga Breathing into a Practice to Feel More Balanced and Centered
by Olga Kabel
Yesterday I had an appointment at my son’s school to discuss a stressful situation we’ve been dealing with involving one of his teachers. The mere thought of it was making me frustrated and anxious. So I did this breath-centered yoga practice (below) to help myself calm down and focus. And what do... Read more
