Each yoga practice is unique, and there are many different styles to suit your personality and mood. Despite what social media and mainstream culture might have you think, anyone can do yoga. Of course, yoga poses are only a tiny part of a yoga practice. You don’t have to stand on your head or attend …
Tired of doubling up your mat every time you need to kneel in yoga? Even on a thick yoga mat, poses that involve kneeling can be very uncomfortable. Sometimes, all it takes is a little extra cushioning to make poses more accessible. If you’re tired of knee pain getting in the way of your yoga practice, …
Yoga for sciatica is one of the most widely searched practices, and for good reason. Everyone wants to know easy ways to heal their sciatic pain. Even in yoga teachers’ Facebook groups, the “best poses for sciatica” is practically a daily question. Unfortunately, the responses are usually pigeon pose, followed by more hip openers, complete …
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Until your balance becomes an issue (like frequent falls or injuries), you probably never think about it. But the reality is, it’s essential to work on balance just as you would strength and flexibility. Balance training can help improve reaction times, athletic performance, increase mind/body connection, and decrease the risk for falls and injury. For …
A yoga practice is so much more than trendy gear and fancy pants. So this isn’t a post to merely sell you on a pricey yoga mat. But I do believe that finding a mat that works for you will enhance your practice and help create an inviting space that you’ll want to return to. …
Holidays that involve presents seem to sneak up on us and finding the perfect gift can be tricky. Never be stumped again with this list of creative gift ideas for your favorite yoga enthusiast! lululemon ALIGN LEGGINGS Nothing beats a pair of leggings that perform great during your practice – so you can focus on …
If there’s anything the pandemic taught us, it’s how to recreate our favorite things at home. Going to the yoga studio is a full sensory experience, from a live instructor and personalized guidance to a quiet zen-like environment with soft lighting (and a reason to not check your phone for an hour). However, taking time …
If you have chronic knee pain or sensitive knees, you may be concerned about your ability to participate in a consistent yoga practice (or any fitness routine for that matter). You might even be wondering if practicing yoga will leave you feeling worse?! Fear not. One of the great things about yoga is the ability …
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If you’ve ever found yourself sliding around in downward facing dog, then you’ll want to read this article! Today, we’re talking about the best yoga mats for sweaty hands. Yoga mats have come a long way in recent years. I remember rolling into my first class with my $19.99 yoga mat. (There’s nothing wrong with a …
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Yoga for hamstrings is a popular theme. Tight hamstrings are a common complaint, especially among those who sit for work. But did you know that the hamstrings are also especially vulnerable to injury in yoga and fitness? (And you don’t have to be a star athlete to get one.) So how do you protect your …
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