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Yoga teacher in Childs pose

How to do Child’s Pose – Balasana Tutorial

January 19, 2021 //  by Di Hickman

When would put Child's Pose into the category of basic yoga poses. While it's true it's a pose that requires little effort and is easy to do, there may be some challenges to balasana that you may not realize. Read on for details on how to do Child's Pose, and more importantly how to make it more comfortable. I'll answer the questions on whether the arms should reach forward or back. Should the knees be wide or narrow? What should you do if you have knee issues and can't fold fully down? …

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half moon pose with blocks

15 Minute Half Moon Pose Sequence

January 15, 2021 //  by Di Hickman

Last month, I released a 60-minute half-moon class for my Patreon Community. One thing I noticed was because half moon isn't a pose I do that often, I struggled to balance. My legs were shaking! Wow, wake up call to a pose that I need to practice more frequently. And so, I created this 15 minute half moon pose sequence. While photos are great for yoga classes video is where it's at so check out the video below. Can’t view the embedded video? Go check it out on YouTube. Maybe add it to a …

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yoga teacher demonstrating lizard pose

Lizard Pose Tutorial for beginners – Utthan Pristhasana

January 12, 2021 //  by Di Hickman

Each month I create 2 yoga classes for my Patrons, and they get to vote on the class theme. For January they decided that one class would focus on Lizard pose. A strong pose and a hip opener. As a supplement to the Patreon yoga class, I decided to do a short Lizard Pose Tutorial. Lizard pose is challenging because there is a lot happening around the hips and shoulders. It's easy to get sloppy and sink, when in fact we need to push and be strong. If you can't view the embedded video …

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warrior 2 pose

Warrior 2 Sequence – 10 Minute Yoga Routine

January 8, 2021 //  by Di Hickman

For the last month, I've been making a conscious effort to move more. I started wearing my fitness tracker again to count my steps, and track my sleep. While I seem busier than ever, one thing I love to do is short movement sessions. Afternoons are where I struggle with energy slumps, so I've taken to some short yoga sessions like this 10-minute warrior 2 sequence. Sneaking in movement throughout my day is a way to stay active and keep my metabolism fired up. Whether it's getting on my …

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yoga teacher demonstrating standing forward fold

Forward fold tutorial, plus modifications for beginners

January 5, 2021 //  by Di Hickman

Interested in how to do a forward fold? Whether you are a beginner looking for the basics or an experienced yogi looking for tips and tricks let's discuss Uttanasana. In this forward fold tutorial, I'll explain the pose step-by-step, plus discuss modifications for accessibility. Uttanasana, standing forward fold, is a basic yoga pose. It's a pose done in many yoga classes and often. Yet, as a basic pose, it's easy to overlook it needing a tutorial. However, sometimes we need to get back …

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Printable page with 4 bookmarks to color

Free printable inspirational bookmarks to color

January 1, 2021 //  by Di Hickman

One year ago I created my first printable coloring page. Each month since then I've offered a free printable to color and create. Honestly, it's become something of a creative outlet for me. While, due to the therapeutic effects of coloring, offering something beneficial for others. January brings you free printable inspirational bookmarks to color. While 2020 has brought some challenges, one positive thing for us is that we've read a TON of books. I have always been a bit of a book worm. …

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vision board for consistency 2020

2020 vision board results – manifesting consistency

December 30, 2020 //  by Di Hickman

Each year, instead of resolutions, I choose one word to guide me through the year. For 2020, my word was consistency. As I did a post at the beginning of this experience, I figured I'd do an update on my 2020 vision board results and how I manifested consistency. Disclosure: Links in this post may be affiliate links. This one-word principle is something I've been doing since 2007. Words are powerful, and having one word to encompass your year rather than goals makes things so much …

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Rotated Sage pose - restorative yoga variation

Yoga to sleep well at night – 25-minute class

December 18, 2020 //  by Di Hickman

For the longest time, I was a super sound sleeper, and an early bird. Since the pandemic hit my sleep has been sporadic with periods of insomnia. During these times of unrest, I learn heavily on my yoga practice to relax. Specifically, the poses included in this yoga to sleep well at night routine. Whether you are doing this before bed, or even IN bed it's a great way to relax, restore, and renew. On the days where I've had little sleep, this class can give me a much-needed mid-afternoon …

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full bow pose

Bow Pose Tutorial for beginners & modifications

December 15, 2020 //  by Di Hickman

This month for my Patreon community I released a 45-minute yoga class all about bow pose. It's one of my favorite poses as it falls into my wheelhouse as a back-bender. However, for many, it's a challenging pose so I wanted to share a bow pose tutorial for beginners. Plus modifications, and alignment tips & tricks. You can view the video on YouTube. Maybe add it to a playlist? Above all, remember to subscribe to my channel. New videos are uploaded every Tuesday and …

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