In January I started running again, after a 3 year break. As I get fitter, I'm starting to run further, and quicker. While I'm not nearly as fit as I was years ago (yet) I am making progress. One thing that I know is that this 30 min hatha yoga for ankles and calves class has been a life saver! Seriously, my calves have been SUPER tight since running again. If you're a runner, or have mobility issues in your ankles, I highly recommend following along with this 30-min class. If you …
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Sukhasana vs Siddhasana, sitting comfortably cross legged
This post about sitting comfortably cross legged is a collaboration with Ungloo. I received a complimentary set of SitBlox. All opinions are my own. One of the fabulous things I love about putting content out online is the questions, comments, and feedback I receive. A question can spark a whole new conversation, as in the case of a comment received recently from Marie on sitting comfortably cross legged in sukhasana. Thanks! Great video! I can never quite figure out what to do with my …
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20 Minute yoga for lower back and hips
This week I tweaked my back getting my dog into the car, aggravating an old injury. When this happens my instinct is to get on my mat and assess. Do I need rest, or do I need movement? On this occasion I needed movement. As I began doing some somatic exercises yoga for lower back and hips, I figured it was a good time to film and share. I've suffered from a couple of back injuries in my life, but the last one laid me out for weeks. Seriously, if you've never had a back injury you have NO …
5 Forward fold mistakes & their fixes
One of the most beneficial things when learning new skills is looking at our mistakes. When we fail, we have the opportunity to learn and grow. Recently, I did a tutorial on Uttanasana, but in this post, I want to discuss 5 common forward fold mistakes. And, how to fix them! Forward folds have never been an easy pose for me. Naturally, I'm a back-bender. So poses like camel and bow come more natural to me. Therefore uttanasana is a pose I have to work at letting go. Believe me, I've made …
Hatha yoga heart opening sequence 20-Min Class
In Yoga teacher training we're taught about the chakras. Many people think they are pseudoscience, while others fully believe they are energy vortexes in the body. Whatever you believe, there is no doubting that movement changes our mental, emotional and physical state. Is it magical mysterious unblocking of chakras? Or simply muscle and fascia releasing its grip? Explore your 4th chakra in this 20-minute hatha yoga heart opening sequence. This is a 20-minute class for the heart chakra. …
Tips for down dog to lunge transition
A question I got recently was about the transition from down dog to lunge. It seems to be a common query, and I've taught classes on this topic. The problem seems to be that some people struggling to bring the foot forward enough to come into a lunge. So, I'm going to discuss how to transition from downward dog into a lunge, plus modifications if the foot doesn't come through. Modifications using the hands or blocks are great for working with where you are now in your practice. But, also …
Journey Coloring Page with Lao Tzu Quote
My word for 2021 is "journey", so it's no wonder that journey quotes have been on my mind. Each year I create a Pinterest board for my word and collect quotes and ideas for the year ahead. One of the quotes inspired the journey coloring page printable for February. It's a quote by Lao Tzu. The Journey of a thousand miles, begins with a single step- Lao Tzu Admittedly I am a fan of Lao Tzu quotes, and this one has been a focus for January. When I'm lacking motivation I have to remind myself …
Yoga for energy beginners 15-min flow
Maybe it's just me, but I feel like this Winter has me wanting to hibernate. Perhaps it's the grey, wet and dreary weather? Or the seasonal craving for warm comfort foods? But, I feel like I need a jolt of invigorating energy to get me going these days. This is why I created a yoga for energy beginners flow. It's a great class to invigorate and energize the body and mind. Use this class in the morning to greet the day with positive vibes, or as a mid-afternoon boost to gain some focus. …
Dolphin Pose Tutorial & Tips for Beginners
Each month for my Patreon community I release two exclusive long-format yoga classes. The community voted this month to have a 60-minute class focused on Dolphin pose. It's a strong inversion, so let's do a deep dive into a Dolphin Pose tutorial. There is so much going on with this pose. Strength, balance, core, and flexibility. We'll discuss who shouldn't do the pose, prep poses to nail before attempting dolphin. A step-by-step tutorial, and tips & tricks. Either read on or press …