Back problems are almost epidemic in our society; in fact, chronic back pain lies at the root of the escalating opioid crisis, which has turned into a major public health issue in the U.S. Not surprisingly, the American College of Physicians now recommends that doctors recommend self-care techniques like yoga and Tai Chi for back … Continued
Next to food, sleep is one of the most important features that sustains our health and well-being. According to Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of natural healing, there are three pillars of life: Proper diet, proper sleep, and balanced use of energy. Yet, of the three, sleep can be the most elusive. Most people experience … Continued
The role that the back and spinal cord play in our overall health and vitality is one of the most overlooked features in Western medicine. The yoga tradition, in contrast, emphasizes the health of the spine in numerous ways. The ancient yogic saying, “The body is as young as the spine is flexible” holds numerous … Continued
The role that the back and spinal cord play in our overall health and vitality is one of the most overlooked features in Western medicine. The yoga tradition, in contrast, emphasizes the health of the spine in numerous ways. The ancient yogic saying, “The body is as young as the spine is flexible” holds numerous … Continued
There is promising news in the field of back pain relief: According to a 2017 study conducted by the Annals of Internal Medicine, about half the back pain sufferers in the study who practiced yoga achieved reduced pain and disability and about half reduced their use of pain medication. In this online course, noted back pain … Continued
Part 1: The Spine as a Sacred Channel: Nourishing the Ecosystem of the Spine for Lifelong Back Health Session 1: Each day we must work our spine in order to keep it strong and supple. Given that there are 26 bones in the vertebral common and 48 number of interlocking joints, each of us must spend time … Continued
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought us viscerally close to our great vulnerability as humans. However, the reality is that we have long been living in an uncertain future. Increasingly, the steady progression of Climate Change has put us on a collision course with the planet on which we live. At the heart of many of … Continued
It’s safe to say that never in our lifetime has so much dramatic change happened in such a short time. In a few short weeks, everything we’ve come to take for granted has changed, and we are having to deal with new potential threats to our health, our financial status, the stability of the economy, … Continued
The psoas is one of the most important muscles in yoga poses, but it is also one of the most misunderstood. Off the mat, the psoas is an important muscle as well: As one of the key core muscles, it is essential for healthy posture, and a strong and balanced psoas helps stabilize the spine … Continued
One out of eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at one point in their life. However, a large body of research shows that statistically speaking, there are ways to reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. Unfortunately, that knowledge is found across numerous studies on many different topics, and not easily summarized. Based … Continued
“ . . . no anatomical structure functions in isolation, and the mechanical load anywhere in the body is distributed through a continuous network of fascia, ligaments and muscles supporting the entire skeleton. . . focusing on singular anatomical structures to comprehend lumbopelvic pain, rather than considering the spine and pelvis as an integrated, interdependent … Continued
We spend the first many years of life developing our cognitive faculties. From kindergarten thru college, almost all of the learning we are exposed to focuses on building the mental and intellectual faculties needed for modern living. But have you ever noticed that there is another level of knowing? A level of knowing tied primarily … Continued
This course will show you how building fluidity into your movement automatically expands range of motion and helps prevent injury. You will learn how to build fluidity into everyday movements for daily benefit, into your exercise routine so it is more impactful, and into your yoga practice for increased enjoyment. Learn why keeping the spine … Continued
Imagine feeling limber and energetic—like you did as a child—even when you are a senior. It’s possible, and fluidity is the key. This course will show you how building fluidity into your movement automatically expands range of motion and helps prevent injury. You will learn how to build fluidity into everyday movements for daily benefit, … Continued
Worried about the COVID-19 epidemic and wondering what you can do to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy? We all know that frequently washing our hands is important, but not enough. There are many things we can do on a day to day basis to increase immunity and thereby reduce our risk of infection. … Continued
Cancer is one of the most feared diseases, and with the average annual number of new cases surpassing a million in the US alone, it is surprisingly common. It has a devastating impact on quality of life, from the emotional and mental anxiety of being diagnosed, to the physical struggle of treatment, and even the … Continued
Cancer is one of the most feared diseases, and with the average annual number of new cases surpassing a million in the US alone, it is surprisingly common. It has a devastating impact on quality of life, from the emotional and mental anxiety of being diagnosed, to the physical struggle of treatment, and even the … Continued
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Rarely have those words rung more true than in our current environment of COVID-19-forced school closings, event cancellations, and mounting worldwide concerns over a pandemic that threaten to spin out of control. It is a time when most of us are feeling worried and powerless in the face … Continued
Yoga for High Blood Pressure, Session 1 When it comes to practicing yoga to regulate blood pressure, it’s not one size fits all. In this class, Dr. Baxter Bell teaches a gentle yoga practice for students with normal blood pressure, who may have a family history of hypertension as well as other risk factors, and … Continued
Many children with autism, ADHD, and other special needs face challenges in how they respond to stress, tension, worry and anxiety. They can end up in a constant state of heightened arousal or anxiety, which can negatively impact health, mood and behavior. When we get stuck in this “fight or flight” state, we can develop … Continued