“Self-care has become the dominant focus of prevention over the past few decades,” writes Deepak Chopra in his introduction to Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar’s new book, The Hot Belly Diet. “health is a positive state whose elements—balance, energy, a sense of well-being, resistance to disease, and the promoting of healing—are exactly what Ayurveda aims to maintain … Continued
Pain is a complex and troublesome human experience that involves the body, mind, emotions and spirit. Pain strikes everyone from time to time, but millions of people suffer with pain year in and year out. According to modern pain neuroscience, however, we may have greater influence over the experience of pain than previously thought. One … Continued
It is in the soft tissues of the body that the alchemy of yoga primarily takes place. The soft tissues hold the key to tremendous transformation, both physical and emotional. But the same dynamics of the soft tissues that can lead to transformation of the physical body, if pushed too far also become the key … Continued
Ever looked at a yoga student in a yoga posture and known that the alignment is wrong, but just not completely sure why, and what to do about it? We’ve all been there! Leeann Carey, founder of Yāpana, is particularly known for her innovative uses of props to help inform and deepen your yoga practice … Continued
Free your spine and feel your energy flow. As the central pillar of the body, free movement of the spine is vital to asana. Additionally, blockages in the spine restrict the flow of energy/prana. This online continuing education yoga workshop will give yoga therapists and teachers an in-depth understanding of the spine, knowledge of common … Continued
Hip openers are among the most satisfying and powerful yoga poses. They hold a tremendous potential for transformation; they can help us release deep-seated tension and trauma of the past, which many of us hold locked in the hip area. When practiced correctly, hip openers are a great way to soothe both mind and body; … Continued
Pain and suffering is an inevitable part of human life. The ancient yogic wisdom offers us a means to end suffering by cultivating the capacity to come into alignment with our greater truth. From that space, we can learn to be with the full spectrum of experience and skillfully navigate those energies to heal and transform both … Continued
This recorded online yoga course is a rare opportunity to study with Tom Myers, author of Anatomy Trains and a pioneer in the understanding of the body as a holistic, functionally integrated system. With groundbreaking new material, Tom Myers introduces the new concept of Fascial Fitness, which provides key insights into facilitating the structural health … Continued
Heart health is considered a key to the overall health and longevity. From the vantage point of Western Medicine, poor heart health is the leading cause of disease and death in the developed world. And although much time and money goes into the development of pharmaceutical and surgical treatment for disease of the heart, much … Continued
The root of a whole host of physical challenges and chronic pain — from shoulder, hip and low back pain to joint injury and deterioration and forms of scoliosis — can be found in basic imbalances in the alignments of the pelvic girdle. This is about more than just having a ‘picture perfect’ posture (which … Continued
Keeping our joints healthy is essential for enjoying freedom of movement and agility all through life. As the joints age, we tend to lose range of motion, and that in turn limits ease of movement, compromises balance and may even lead to increased risk of falls and fractures. In the long run, joint deterioration can … Continued
Ever wondered how to quiet that neurotic roommate in your head that keeps perpetuating feelings of worry or stress? We all experience moments of nervousness, worry and stress. But excessive anxiety and obsessive thinking can lead to sleepless nights, emotional meltdowns, high-blood pressure and in general will undermine our health and well-being in many ways. … Continued