Are you a yoga teacher looking for ways to help those of your students who struggle with chronic pain issues in their practice? Or, are you curious about which yoga approaches can be useful to help deal with pain issues and prevent them from becoming chronic? It is the rare person on this planet who … Continued
“I can’t do yoga because I’m not flexible.” How often have we all heard this statement? Believing that you need to be flexible to practice yoga is a common misperception among beginning yoga students that can keep them from returning to the mat. Why is this myth so pervasive, and what can be done to … Continued
As we begin to imagine what life will be like in the post-pandemic era, the question on many people’s mind is this: Will the pandemic have a lasting effect on the practice and teaching of yoga? Post-pandemic, will yoga practice and teaching go back to the way things were in the “good old days?” Or, … Continued
If you are one of the millions of people who suffer from back pain, you understand the impact on your daily life. According to the American Chronic Pain Association, one in four adults in the U.S. report low back pain lasting at least one day in the last three months. And contrary to popular beliefs, … Continued
The practices of yoga are meant to touch the whole fabric of our lives, not just our physical health. In this free download, renowned yoga teacher Judith Hanson Lasater talks about the yogic wisdom contained in the Yamas and Niyamas and shows how they have profound practical relevance for life and living even thousands of … Continued
If we allow ourselves to listen and become quiet, we all can develop a deep intuitive relationship to nature and to the world that can guide us, notes renowned yoga teacher Donna Farhi in this interview. This realization is one of the most important parts of the study and practice of yoga. As much as … Continued
Most of us rarely pay attention to our feet. Even in our wellness and fitness activities, we typically give little time to specific activities for keeping the feet healthy and fit. However, it’s not just a meaningless cliche to say that the feet are the foundation of our body, notes yoga therapist Susi Hately in … Continued
How often should you practice yoga – 3 times a week, 5 times a week, or every day? According to renowned yoga teacher Judith Hanson Lasater, the answer is simple: Only practice yoga on the days you want to feel good. In this free download, Judith describes how to craft a home practice that can … Continued
It is said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. When it comes to keeping the back healthy and avoid back pain, this is particularly true. The problem is that while we know a lot about how to eat the right foods and get enough exercise, few people know what is … Continued
As we move towards the post-pandemic era, what will the future of yoga teaching look like? Which are the key trends emerging right now that are likely to define the future of yoga? And, how can you take advantage of the great new opportunities emerging right now for yoga teachers – and carve a new … Continued
If you struggle with text neck, shoulder pain and the beginning of forward head posture, or know someone who does, this talk is for you! Text neck, a slouching posture, and forward head are so common as to be almost epidemic. It may seem like just a cosmetic inconvenience. But in reality, text neck and … Continued
In seeking the cause of ailments such as back pain, constipation, or even dysfunctional breathing issues, the pelvic floor rarely shows up on the list of potential suspects. But physical therapist Jessica Reale and Yoga Educator Patricia Schmidt are on a mission to change that. Jessica and Patty, both specialists in pelvic health, work collaboratively … Continued