Tight hips and hamstrings are a common issue for many people. This happens for many reasons (running, cycling, and hiking just to name a few) but the most common reason for reduced flexibility in the hips and hamstrings is that we spend a lot of time sitting. Driving, commuting, working at a desk, watching tv, …
Many people turn to yoga when feeling anxious or stressed out. Mindfully moving through the poses can quiet our mental chatter, relieve stress, and boost our overall mood. Yoga relieves stress. There are so many places stress can creep into our lives. There are big ones like a long-term project at work or school, navigating …
Anxiety and stress seem to be everywhere in our society these days. Lucky for us, we can find relief from anxiety on our yoga mats! More than 18 percent of all adults in the United States are affected by some sort of anxiety disorder. Anxiety can manifest in many different forms. It can be as …
If you’ve taken one of my yoga classes, you probably already know how much I love twists! And if you haven’t, why not? Seriously, though. Do you know why I usually start and end each class with them? Do you know any of the benefits of yoga twists? Twists have tons of mental and physical …
