Have you ever found yourself repeating the same habitual pattern over and over again, even though you know it doesn’t serve you? Yes, of course. Unless you are a superhuman, like everyone else you struggle with habits and emotional patterns that can subtly undermine various aspects of your life, be it your health, your happiness, … Continued
Every body is unique. This can present a challenge to yoga teachers and practitioners, not only in terms of adapting to ability, but also figuring out how to deal with muscle tightness, weakness, over flexibility, and other common asymmetries. In this 6-part course, yoga therapist Shy Sayar addresses key approaches that can help us and … Continued
Can yoga practice predispose you to sacroiliac (SI) joint pain? In her travel and teaching around the world, renowned yoga teacher Donna Farhi has found that SI joint issues are one of the most common complaints that she sees in yoga practitioners. More and more Yoga practitioners (and teachers) are showing up to class with … Continued
Most people are aware that imbalances in the curves of the spine can lead to back issues. A lesser well known fact is that asymmetry in the pelvis equally can be linked to back pain or joint issues. Asymmetries in the pelvis can set up a kinetic chain of compensations in the body, creating a … Continued
The psoas muscle is often talked about as one of the most important muscles in the body, because of its central location and interconnectedness with other parts of the body. The largest hip flexors in the body, the psoas muscles have many other functions which affect our health and well-being in numerous ways. The two … Continued
It is no exaggeration to say that the hip is one of the most important major joints of the body. First, it is the major connecting point for load transfer between the upper and lower body. Second, the hip also plays an important role as a part of the pelvic complex implicated in the diaphragmatic … Continued
A recent study published by Surgical Technology International concludes that when you look down at your cell phone to text, check email, or play a game the force applied to the neck is the equivalent of four adult-sized bowling balls, or 60 pounds. In fact, some are now calling this body position an iPosture, or iHunch, since most of us … Continued
We know that yoga can help us stay flexible and relieve musculoskeletal pain. Unfortunately, for those of us who are already tight, starting a standard yoga practice the way it is commonly taught in yoga studios can be a Catch-22: You want to practice yoga to become more flexible, but you can’t practice yoga effectively … Continued
Start at the beginning, right where you are. This six-part course is for those who are new to yoga and for those who teach yoga to beginners. Simple, clear, light, and challenging, these practices build one upon the next. Repetition helps students build muscle memory and confidence. Variations on the Bridge Pose encourage deepening and … Continued
Who is vulnerable to long-term health impacts of COVID-19? As it turns out, a surprisingly large number of people are vulnerable to the longer term effects of COVID. According to studies, more than one third of COVID survivors experience lingering symptoms 3 – 6 months after being infected, and in some cases, symptoms remain much … Continued
Who is vulnerable to long-term health impacts of COVID-19? As it turns out, a surprisingly large number of people are vulnerable to the longer term effects of COVID. According to studies, more than one third of COVID survivors experience lingering symptoms 3 to 6 months after being infected, and in some cases, symptoms remain much longer. … Continued
A beginner may be surprised by how challenging and life-giving a half-hour of yoga practice can be. This six-class series is an introduction to yoga, each class with its own theme. Practice Sun Salutations to boost your energy and release tension, standing poses to cultivate focus and strength, balances to find your center, and restorative … 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
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
Join Ana Forrest and Jose Calarco on a transformative journey guided by the ancient teachings of First People. Each practice in this series is inspired by an Aboriginal song that sets the intent for the practice. Let the power of these songs reconnect you with the deeper levels of your Spirit.
We now know that muscles don’t work in isolation and instead form part of an intricate fascial web that connects and wraps around the body in lines of meridians that influence movement. Whole body movement practices like Feldenkrais, Yoga, Gyrotonics and Tai Chi already work with these lines. Body Sensing is a simple somatic movement … Continued
Every body is unique. This can present a challenge to yoga teachers and practitioners, not only in terms of adapting to ability, but also figuring out how to deal with muscle tightness, weakness, over flexibility, and other common asymmetries. In this course, yoga therapist Shy Sayar addresses key approaches that can help us and each … Continued
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
High blood pressure is also known as ‘the silent killer,’ because many people don’t even know they have high blood pressure, and only discover it when it’s too late. Unregulated, high blood pressure puts us a higher risk for stroke, heart attack, kidney issues and eye problems. New guidelines on how to diagnose and treat … Continued
There is promising news in the field of back pain relief: Numerous studies show that yoga practice can help reduce pain and disability in people struggling with back pain. In fact, the American College of Physicians recently recommended that physicians should attempt to treat back pain with non-drug therapies like yoga, massage, acupuncture, or spinal manipulation before prescribing … Continued