There are so many benefits to participating in a weekly yoga class. Here is an article from University Health News about the benefits of yoga classes for those struggling with chronic fatigue symptoms. If you or someone you know is struggling with this issue there are many areas that need to be addressed as far as daily diet, sleep and […]
Read moreI know I’m not good at taking enough time off work. The fitness industry is open most days of the year. It can be challenging to be intentional in taking time off to be with family and friends to relax. Here is another great article from the folks at Dole helping us all to remember how important those days off […]
Read moreHigh cortisol levels are not good for our bodies. Daily and weekly yoga practices help us to keep our cortisol levels low. To understand more about cortisol and how it can damage our bodies, here is an article from University Health News. High Cortisol Symptoms The symptoms of too much cortisol develop gradually and mostly overlap with many other […]
Read moreIf you struggle with scoliosis or know a friend or family member with this condition, please share this article from Dole with them. “A new study suggests a yoga pose as a beneficial treatment for scoliosis. For the study, researchers recruited 25 scoliosis (a condition in which the spine curves sideways) patients, ages 14 to 85 years from a private medical […]
Read moreIt is important during the holiday and winter months to take extra care of our immune systems. We need to be drinking plenty of clean water, getting adequate sleep and eating a healthy diet. It is important to deal with both the physical and mental stress of our busy days. In multiple studies, a weekly or daily yoga practice appears […]
Read moreI have students attend my yoga classes for various reasons. Some students need gentle exercise for their joints and chronic health issues, others need to work on stretching and slowing down with our fast pace schedules. There are also those students who attend my classes because they are going through a tough emotional situation or dealing with depression. I have […]
Read moreWhen we are upset, it can be very hard to stop everything and take deep breaths. If you are taking a weekly yoga class, this type of stress management will become more second nature. Here is a great short article on ways that yoga can help with anger management. I hope you will set aside time to be a part […]
Read moreFunctional flexibility is very important as we age. We need to keep our muscles working in activities that will stretch and strengthen them. It is important to stay flexible and maintain good balance as we all sit for many hours a day in our cars, homes or at our work places. Here is a great article listing some of the […]
Read moreMany people feel like yoga is just for woman, but that is not true. Men tell me they are not flexible enough to try a yoga class. Here is an article for the men out there who are considering yoga as part of their fitness routine. The Badass Guide to Yoga for Men
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