Yoga as Lifestyle Medicine: Frequency of Home Practice Predicts Health Benefits
Ever found it hard to find the time to hit your yoga mat? Of course! We all struggle with finding time for ourselves on the mat. But according to studies, any time you can practice at home pays ample dividends,
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Mudra: The Power in Your Hands
“Science: The investigation of natural phenomena through observation, theoretical explanation, and experimentation, or the knowledge produced by such investigation.” -American Heritage In September of 2014, my wife and I toured the Asian Hall at the British Museum in London. The
New Study: Can Prenatal Yoga Help Labor Pain and Delivery Outcomes?
Childbirth is often described as “a miracle,” yet it is also one of the most physically stressful events that can take place in a woman’s life. Can the practice of yoga during pregnancy support the health of mother during labor? Prenatal
Baddha Konasana: Bound Angle Pose
During grade school, my sisters and I took ballet classes. We studied at the Cincinnati Conservatory with a lovely young dancer named Donna Ficker. A year or two into our lessons we had to find a new teacher when Donna’s
What is Epilepsy? How Can Yoga and Meditation Help?
Epilepsy is a chronic disorder characterized by recurrent and unprovoked seizures. It is the fourth most common neurological disorder and affects people of all ages. Many people with epilepsy have more than one type of seizure and may also suffer
Integrative Care: Wellness Programs In Hospitals Improve Quality of Life
Years ago my son took a bad fall and broke his leg in three places. I still remember that horrible night in the ER as they tried to stabilize his leg before surgery. As the doctors manipulated the broken bones,
Healthy Abode: 9 Tips for a Toxin-Free Home
Chances are, there are cleaning products in your home that contain harmful ingredients. Eliminating these dangerous chemicals is important to maintaining your optimal health. After all, you certainly wouldn’t willingly drink some of these ingredients. So why would you use them in
Arm Balance Poses: Just for Fun or Yoga Practice Staples?
How often do you walk on your hands? Some Instagram feeds will have you believe that mastering a handstand is an essential indicator of progress in yoga. But the reality is that we were not designed to carry our body
Safe Twisting: Rotate the Spine, Not the SI Joint
Seated spinal twists can be a perfect ending to a yoga practice. After warming up the body, gently twisting can feel invigorating to the muscles of the spine. Fresh blood penetrates the muscles that were taut during the twist, and the