When you get home from a walk, it’s tempting to head straight for the couch. But if you can hold off for just 10 minutes and do a quick stretch first, your body will thank you big time. Right after a walk your muscles are nice and warm, perfect for stretching! Skipping this step can...
If you were sitting at your desk and someone tapped you on the shoulder and whispered “Remember to breathe” that would be pretty weird… Breathing happens naturally, you certainly don’t need a reminder. (Also, where did they come from and why are they whispering!?) However something funny happens once exercise and stretching gets involved. People...
Planks are such a popular exercise for one main reason: they are extremely effective. They strengthen your core as well as some supporting muscles in your upper and lower body. However for them to be effective they need to be done properly! I previously wrote a blog about 5 common mistakes to look out for,...
With so many types of yoga and instructors with various teaching styles, you could try several classes and find they are all quite different. However, I’d still be willing to bet you’d come across a few common poses! Today I’m focusing on four foundational standing poses and have outlined the benefits, proper technique, and common...
If you are looking to release tight hips, I have just the stretch for you. The best part? It can be done in various positions—sitting on a chair, on the floor, lying down, or standing—so you can choose what feels best for you. While many stretches target the hips, the ones I’ve selected also focus...
Spending 10 minutes doing a morning stretch routine can really jumpstart on your day! You could squeeze it in somewhere between your first coffee (or even before!?) and brushing your teeth. Because, if you wake up feeling stiff, it’s no wonder! You’ve been lying, relatively motionless for hours. Gentle movement helps loosen your joints, warm...
Take a moment to visualize what it looks like when sitting with poor posture. Typically the shoulders are rounded forward, the head juts forward and the spine is rounded, resulting in a slouched position. It’s probably not how anyone would like to look, however, it isn’t uncommon either. That is because it is easier to...
Aging often reduces stability, but yoga is a fantastic way to combat this! Whether you’ve personally felt a decline or not, incorporating beginner-friendly poses like Palm Tree, Tree Pose, and Knee to Chest Pose into your routine can significantly contribute to maintaining or improving your stability. To get you started, I’ll explain the three beginner...
Imagine being asked to do something ASAP without knowing what ASAP means. Rather than hopping into action (or at least knowing you are supposed to!), you would just be left feeling confused. This is how I think of ‘cues’– they are like short forms used by instructors in yoga and fitness classes. They can efficiently...
If the backs of your legs are in need of some release, then you’ll want to check out my 5 different variations of hamstring stretches! Whether you’d prefer to stretch while standing, sitting on a chair, sitting on the floor, or lying down, there’s an option that will perfectly suit you. Consider adding hamstring stretches...
