August 9, 2022
Pop quiz: what’s the safest way to stretch your hamstrings? I’ll give you 3 Clues: It’s not a standing pose It’s safe for those with herniated discs You can do variations of this pose standing, seated, and probably kneeling (if you’re talented 😜) Did the blog photo give the answer away? You’re smart. You knew […]
July 26, 2022
Puppy pose is one of those poses I roll out of bed, on to the floor, and into, with my eyes partially open and crusty. Can you hear the subtle popping of my back? It feels sooooo good 🤤. How do you make it feel even better for you? Keep reading to find out!
July 12, 2022
It's simple. It’s boring. But I love to make it dance! Tree pose shouldn’t be overlooked, but even I get complacent when practicing Vrksasana (Vrikhsasana). Learn how to modify the pose for your practice as well as how to advance the pose when you’re needing more of a challenge.
July 5, 2022
Feeling slumpy at the end of the day? Door Cactus is one simple stretch you can do to correct text neck (tech neck/forward head), relieve neck and shoulder pain, as well as reduce tension headaches and migraines.
June 28, 2022
Side angle pose (Parsvakonasana or Utthita Parsvakonasana) is a great standing to build leg strength and stretch the side body. Learn how to modify the pose for your practice as well as how to advance the pose when you’re needing more of a challenge.
June 21, 2022
Mindful breathing is a simple practice you can do anywhere to help increase your overall joy and decrease anxiety, depression, and chronic pain.
June 14, 2022
Bridge pose, on the surface, seems like an “easy” pose. Early on in a yoga practice you may not think much of it, but as you practice it more and more you’ll see the subtleties that make this pose great for so many reasons. It can be adapted to many situations (and conditions) and it can be used for both a workout and a stretch.
June 7, 2022
We’ve all had a sore neck. We stretch and move, but sometimes we get no relief. Learn how mindful neck stretching can help you relieve neck pain, neck stiffness, headaches, and migraines.
May 31, 2022
Crow pose is one of the first arm balances most people learn. It can seem difficult and scary at first, but this post breaks it down into the key components so everyone can learn how to find flight on their hands.
May 24, 2022
Improve your posture, relieve tension headaches and migraines, with this easy exercise you can do at home. It helps strengthen your lower and middle traps and allows your shoulders to naturally move away from your ears.
May 17, 2022
Yoga pose supposed to be a place of rest, but what if you’re not comfortable? Learn several ways to modify and prop child’s pose to support tight hips, knees, ankles, feet, as well as during pregnancy or with herniated disks.
May 3, 2022
New to yoga? You might have a few questions. I’m breaking it down for you and keeping it real. I’ve found over the years people can get all historical, proper, and lineage-specific about these questions below. But if you’re just looking to start a yoga practice, this is what you need to know.