Tight Neck Muscles – Lean Away from It!
Today I had a student come up to me and ask me what she could do about her tight neck. She pointed to the space on the left side of her neck and down into her upper shoulder area. She…
How Can Yoga Both Energize You and Relax You at the Same Time?
Hard to believe that you can feel energized and relaxed at the same time after a Yoga class? Here is why... Movements help to release tension and stress which helps you relax. But moving also gets your heart and lungs…
We Got Your Back! 5 for the Spine! Essential Movements Every Day
Have you been to the chiropractor, orthopedic doctor, pain specialist or acupuncturist for your back pain? Perhaps tried decompression, surgery, bracing or medication? These are all the various "tools of the trade" for managing back pain. They all serve a…
Yoga Classes for less than $5/class… Why?
Why do we believe in offering Yoga Classes for $5? Because we believe you will practice more often and feel better sooner. That's why we packaged and priced 9 full Yoga classes in each of our new DVDs for the…
Pec Release Trio: 3 Stretches for Tight Pectoral Muscles
"Tight Pecs" Who has them? Computer Workers, Weight lifters, Car drivers, Furniture Movers, Knitters/Crafters, Assemblers, Senior citizens... and just about anyone and everyone who uses their arms in a forward position for an extended period of time. When these muscles…
All Ability Yoga – The Seed of Intention
Do you often start your Yoga classes with the "setting of an intention"? (def. an act or instance of determining mentally upon some action or result). It is a powerful practice! Our thoughts become our actions, and an intention is…
Banishing Back Pain – The Natural Way
Pain management clinics are as common as Yoga studios here in Southern California. Another clinic is opening up just down the road. I'd bet the majority of people are going there for back or neck pain, as these are the…
Quick Test to See if Your Posture is Erect
Try this now! Stand with your back against the wall and notice which parts of your body touch. Do the calves touch? The buttocks? Is there a curve in the low back? Do the shoulder blades touch? What about your…
Yoga can be FUN! Chair Yoga Dance
For some, Yoga is a Yawn! Thinking that it is only breathing, stretching and relaxing ... it can seem a bit boring. Now some people like their Yoga like that! But, for those of you who like a little pep…
You’re Only Old Once
A group of us yoga teachers had the pleasure of listening to a panel of students share their experiences on yoga, life and growing old. Ranging from 60 to 83, there was alot of wisdom to be shared. One student in particular…