Yoga

Dec 7th, 2021 - If you’ve been searching for a book to bring inner peace into your life, there are many to choose from. These titles can be used to learn more about a particular spiritual subject or to learn more about how to find happiness. Some are a bit more esoteric, while others will be more geared toward a broad audience. No matter what your preferences are, there’s a book out there for you. In this practical, illustrated guide, Dr. Erwin Raphael McManus shares how he found inner peace through ... [Read More]

Dec 6th, 2021 - If you have trouble losing weight despite your best efforts, this is because obesity is a complex disease with many causes. A family history of weight issues can make it more likely that you'll have the same issues managing your weight. A diet high in ultra-processed foods, sugar, and fat and being sedentary also contribute to weight gain. Stress and struggles with mental health, including medications to treat certain mental health conditions, poor sleep, and hormonal changes, are all factors ... [Read More]

Dec 6th, 2021 - Try this routine to unwind and release the stress of the day It has been one of those days. Stress levels felt like they reached a new record high every hour, and the tension didn’t disappear with the setting sun. Frazzled barely begins to describe your mindset. 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 Somehow, you need to find a way to unwind before your ... [Read More]

Dec 4th, 2021 - Mental health experts from the Kusnacht Practice encourage you to educate yourself on ways to relax your mind. The positive effects will result in you feeling more equipped to handle whatever comes your way. This toolbox of habits and strategies will help to encourage self-regulation and release a calmer you. Engaging in Physical Activity The hustle and bustle of the day require a whole lot of physical fitness to stay on top of your game. Aerobic exercises are as good for your mental health as ... [Read More]

Dec 3rd, 2021 - Neck and shoulder tension is no joke. Beyond being supremely uncomfortable, tightness in the body can mess with your alignment all over. To help find some relief, on this episode of Good Moves , trainer Colette Dong takes us through a 10-minute upper body stretch series and chest opener that will gently melt away the tension that you feel in your neck and shoulders. All you need is a mat and 10-minutes to spare. Dong starts the workout with a two-minute warm-up that preps your muscles so ... [Read More]

Dec 2nd, 2021 - Have trouble sleeping? Calm your nervous system and wind down before bed with this simple move. When our bodies are begging for rest, it’s easy to sit on the couch and watch TV. But often what your body really needs is a tension release and a good stretch. One of my go-to moves after a long day is legs up the wall. It’s relaxing , easy to do (yes, even while watching TV) and a great way to wind down before bed. While many people think of stretching as a way to improve physical health, the ... [Read More]

Dec 1st, 2021 - It’s nearly 40 minutes of bliss! Hard workouts and sedentary days combine to make our muscles feel tight. And that’s where a lengthening yoga flow comes in—by incorporating certain yoga poses and combinations into your routine, you can loosen up tight muscles throughout your body and boost your mobility. In the third installment of Sweat With SELF’s Yoga for Beginners series, yoga instructor Rita Murjani —the chief of staff at mindful living brand Aduri who teaches at NYC-based ... [Read More]

Nov 12th, 2021 - If everyday activities leave your back and knees aching, you're not alone. These stretches will help you move with less pain. After long days spent sitting at a desk, running errands and taking care of chores at home, it’s common to feel aches and pains. Knee pain affects about 25% of adults and back pain is the leading cause of work limitations — a whopping 65 million Americans report a recent episode of back pain. So if you’re feeling achy, you’re not alone. But that doesn’t mean ... [Read More]

Nov 3rd, 2021 - How to Choose a Yoga Teacher Training Program : As a yoga instructor, you always want to learn more. After all, the more you understand your own yoga practice, the better you can teach your students. That’s why a lot of yoga teachers visit yoga schools. Yoga schools can make a great addition to your yoga training. They can help you enhance your skills so you can bring those skills into the studio. Plus, they can let you get away for a while. Now, how do you find the right yoga teacher ... [Read More]

Oct 21st, 2021 - The happy baby yoga pose will feel like a massage for your hips and back. In this series, we’re helping you master basic exercises — as if you had a personal trainer by your side! Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge to perform these moves properly in order to get better results and prevent injury. We may associate long, sedentary periods at work, in the car, or sitting on an airplane with tightness in our glutes , hips and hamstrings. And it's not just inactivity that causes this ... [Read More]

Oct 15th, 2021 - Seated yoga postures are excellent for yogis of all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. They include things like forward folds, twists, and cross-legged poses. Plus, you can do many of them of them either on the floor or in a chair , making them super convenient for whenever you need to loosen up. Most seated poses primarily target the legs and hips as far as stretching goes, but there are a few that work the arms, chest, and shoulders, as well. As you practice these poses, consider ... [Read More]

Oct 7th, 2021 - Whether you’re brand new to yoga or an experienced student, it can be daunting to navigate the wide variety of class styles and figure out which one is right for you. Thankfully, there’s an easy way to try different styles from the comfort of your own home: YouTube! To make your journey toward mindful movement easier, we’ve broken down the most common types of yoga and their unique benefits, along with the best free YouTube channels for each style. Feel free to s kip to the section ... [Read More]