Yoga

Apr 24th, 2024 - A sad yet all-too-common side effect of being a busy entrepreneur is not having enough time to connect with your folks as much as you used to. It's natural, and that's why we set aside special times each year to show extra special love to those who made us. With Mother's Day around the corner, we have a deal that could be perfect for your mom. Through 11:59 p.m. PT on May 1st, you can get this one-year subscription to YogaDownload Unlimited for only $22.97 (reg. $119). This limited-time ... [Read More]

Apr 20th, 2024 - W hat's the worst part of having tight hips? Is it walking like the Tin Man? The nighttime achiness? The extra effort required to fully transition from a seated to a standing position? As bad as all of that is, we'd venture to say that it's the persistence of tight hips that makes them particularly intolerable. You may be able to temporarily loosen their death grip on your pelvis with stretching, mobility, and massage, but keeping tight hips loose feels like a fool's errand. One workout or ... [Read More]

Apr 19th, 2024 - There aren't many better feelings than waking up and reaching your arms to the sky, elongating all your limbs and getting your body ready for a new day. But stretching isn't only for mornings! Whether you exercise frequently or occasionally give fitness a go, it's important to stretch properly. Unfortunately, many of us often skip this step as we're already thinking about a million other things. That's why incorporating stretching routines into your daily life is a good idea for your body. ... [Read More]

Apr 14th, 2024 - C row pose is a hallmark yoga move that requires strength, balance, and wrist mobility . If nailing it has been a challenge for you, know that you're certainly not alone. It's an advanced yoga pose that many people struggle with as they move through their practice. However, there are several ways you can ease into crow pose with other poses. Here's why you should consider including crow pose in your yoga practice, plus crow pose progression moves to practice if you're struggling with it. First ... [Read More]

Sep 16th, 2023 - Are you having trouble falling asleep at night because your mind is still racing from your day? You aren't alone. Luckily, there are plenty of tricks that could help you at bedtime , like reading, drinking a hot cup of herbal tea or journaling . But if those tips aren't enough and you're still struggling to get some shut-eye, practicing a few  yoga  poses may be your key to getting a better night's sleep.  For more natural ways to get better sleep, try these seven sleep aids for ... [Read More]

Aug 15th, 2023 - K now what's fun? Waking up one day and realizing that you've gotten to the point in life where your back just brazenly hurts for what seems to be no good reason. Of course, the reality is, sitting for long periods of time, often hunched over our devices (hi, like I am while writing this!) is the most common culprit . Despite knowing that, though, it's difficult to transform our posture overnight, which means back pain persists. Thankfully, there are a few yoga moves you can do right from your ... [Read More]

Jul 6th, 2023 - Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our Start TODAY newsletter to join the 30-day challenge and receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox. Yoga has become much more mainstream over the past decade or so. While you once needed to attend a yoga class to see certain poses, they are now incorporated into many types of workouts. Think: as a part of the warm up or cool down during bootcamps and incorporated into ab routines . Downward dog is one of those yoga exercises that has become a popular ... [Read More]

Jun 27th, 2023 - You can work more than your abdominals So much of yoga is about achieving a balancing act: Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy The ebb and flow of diaphragmatic breathing . The ability to firmly plant your feet on the ground but still remain flexible . Finding ways to focus on the present without being overwhelmed by your senses. When it comes to the ... [Read More]

Jun 26th, 2023 - When it comes to beginning someone's career in the field of yoga then 200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh is the course to go for. This is a basic level course that provides the foundation knowledge to begin as a yoga teacher and form a basic personal yoga practice.  Rishikesh is known for providing the best 200 hour yoga teacher training courses. It is because of its natural environment which makes is perfect for the practice of yoga and its rich history associated with this art. ... [Read More]

Apr 28th, 2023 - This unlikely combination may just improve your flexibility and performance You're busy. Between long hours at work, family demands, and social obligations, it can be difficult to squeeze a workout in. That may be why high-intensity interval training (HIIT), has become the go-to for those seeking a quick— and effective—workout. HIIT incorporates short bursts of high-intensity exercise followed by periods of rest or low activity. The Benefits of Adding Yoga to Your HIIT Routine HIIT ... [Read More]

Apr 25th, 2023 - Given meditation's ancient Hindu roots  in the practice of yoga , the modern technique of yoga nidra, also called yogic sleep , is a fitting connection point between the worlds of meditation and yoga. "The ancient eastern system is now a universal one that yogis practice and teach all over the world, often in the form of yoga nidra," says Brett Larkin, a certified yoga instructor and founder of  Uplifted Yoga . Yoga nidra has been getting a lot of buzz lately. But what ... [Read More]

Jan 19th, 2023 - When you think of meditation , you might picture someone sitting in silence on the floor with their eyes closed — but this isn't the only way to meditate.  Meditation has been practiced for , and over this long lifespan, many different types have emerged.  Some meditation practices enjoy more popularity than others. For instance, a few well-known types include , body scan , loving-kindness, and meditation.  You may have less familiarity with other types, like sound bath or ... [Read More]