Monday’s Yoga Sequence: Cultivating Compassion
Compassion as defined by Wikipedia is “a human emotion prompted by enduring pain with others. More vigorous than empathy, the feeling commonly gives rise to an active desire to alleviate another’s suffering.” Now, more than ever with financial and job uncertainty, compassion is needed. Compassion invites us to keep our hearts open and remain grounded ...
Monday’s Yoga Sequence: Core Strength
According to an article published on Dotfit, “29 muscles make up our core. The core region consists of the pelvis, hips, spine, and rib cage.” A strong core can help prevent lower back problems, burn calories, and support good posture (another key element in preventing back pain). As with any pre-existing injuries, please check with ...
Monday’s Yoga Sequence: Shoulder Tension
A special thank you to Jerry for requesting a sequence for shoulder tension!! This is a great sequence for anyone hunched over a desk daily. As with any pre-existing injuries, please check with your physician before performing any yoga sequences. Three Part Breathing:Thefirst part, the diaphragmatic breath, is achieved by lengthening thebreath three times the ...
Monday’s Yoga Sequence: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
As with any pre-existing injuries, please check with your physician before performing any yoga sequences.According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, “carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist.” Repetitive use, genetic predisposition or other conditions such ...
Monday’s Yoga Sequence: Tension Headaches
As with any pre-existing injuries, please check with your physician before performing any yoga sequences. According to the Mayo Clinic, some of the more common triggers of a tension headache include stress, anxiety and depression, poor posture, working in awkward positions for an extended period of time, and jaw clenching. A tension headache can last ...
Monday’s Yoga Sequence: Lower Back Pain
As with any pre-existing injuries, please check with your physician before performing any yoga sequences. There are five main contributors to lower back pain: weak lungs, poor posture, weak abdominal muscles, tight hamstrings, and tight hips. The following sequence helps to address each of these problem areas. Weak lungs: Diaphragmatic breathing helps to strengthen the ...