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…
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…
"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…
We all heard the old adage about walking, chewing gum and rubbing our tummy at the same time. What those kinds of complicated patterns do is stimulate our brain to work.. thereby creating more brain cells. It is called Neuroplasticity:…
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…
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…
Evelyn (not her real name), is in her mid 70's and comes to the Gentle Yoga classes at our studio. She has arthritis in her knees, so she uses a thick blanket when she kneels. And she moves slowly getting…
I love answering the phone at YogaJP because I get to speak with so many wonderful people who share with me their stories, their health hopes, and yes... a bit of their aches and pains. It is fun to guess the age…