Your attention is being pulled in a million directions—messages, to-do lists, dinner plans, deadlines. It can leave your mind feeling scattered. But here’s something to remember: You can pause. You can take a breath. You can reset. And it doesn’t have to take long. Even one minute of gentle movement can help you shift your...

When stretching, yoga props can provide support, help you deepen stretches, and add comfort. Two common props are yoga straps and blocks. Even if you don’t have them, you can often substitute blocks with pillows or a stack of books and use a belt in place of a yoga strap. Here’s how to use them...

Whether you’re at a desk, in a car or on the couch, chances are you spend a generous amount of time sitting (to put it politely). You’re certainly not alone—I do too! But there are some unpleasant effects of sitting too long. Have you ever noticed how stiff and tight your body feels after a...

Struggling with poor posture at your desk? Slouching might feel comfortable in the moment, but over time, it can lead to chronic back pain, neck stiffness, shoulder tension, and even reduced mobility. Plus, poor posture can affect our breathing, decrease circulation, and even slow digestion! In this video, I’ll break down why bad posture is...

Wanting to increase your flexibility is a wonderful goal to have. However, it does take time to see noticeable improvements, which can feel frustrating! It’s important to be patient and understanding with our bodies. Afterall, we can’t undo months or years (maybe even decades!) of tightness after a few stretches. I’ve got a routine to...

If you’ve ever lifted something and thought, “Uh oh… my back”, I feel your pain. When it happened to me, I didn’t realize how important it is to engage your core when lifting—or even how to do it! Learning to engage your core isn’t just about avoiding back pain. It’s also a crucial tool for...

Stretching is one of the best things you can do for your body—but are you getting the most out of it? Your time is precious, so if you’re taking the time to stretch, you’ll want to make sure it’s effective (and safe!). My video “10 Stretching Mistakes That Are Holding You Back” will help you...

This relaxing routine will help you release tension in your lower back. Since tightness in the hamstrings, hip flexors, glutes and quads often contributes to lower back pain we’ll be gently stretching them as well as our back. You’ll need a yoga strap or something similar handy, so once you’ve got that, let’s get started!

If you want to stay in the Christmas spirit but also could use a moment to unwind and release tension, my new Christmas Stretch video is perfect for you! You’ll enjoy soothing stretches set to relaxing holiday music—by the glow of the Christmas tree. I hope you have a safe and happy holiday season! Amy...

If you spend hours at the computer, chances are you would benefit from a stretch to fix rounded shoulders. You’ve probably caught yourself slumped over your keyboard more than once… chest sunken in, head jutting forward. And when this happens there is an area that’s getting tighter each day making everything worse. Our chest muscles....