Yoga

Mar 26th, 2023 - The quality of your music lessons depends much on the credentials of your music teacher. It also depends on how well you are prepared to take up the lessons. Students of any age can get benefits from music lessons. Here is a list of tips that can help you to get effective music lessons. Determine Long Term and Short- Term Goals Your music routine should be broken into short-term and long-term goals. Make sure you have determined your goals for the week, for months, or for a year. Create a ... [Read More]

Mar 26th, 2023 - In today's fast-paced world, many of us spend a significant amount of time sitting on our daily commute to work, says Luis Ribeiro , consultant physiotherapist at Club Health . "This prolonged sitting can lead to various health issues, including poor posture , back pain , and reduced flexibility ," he says. However, there are simple seated core exercises you can do while riding in a train, bus, or car (as long as you aren't driving) that can improve your physical well-being—same goes for ... [Read More]

Mar 24th, 2023 - Ow! The pain in your back is due to sitting in the chair for too long. However, the main reason to have that aches and pain can be the result of bad posture.  The posture refers to the body's alignment at any given moment. Static posture is the body's position while sitting, standing, or sleeping, while dynamic posture describes the body's work in motion.  Good posture can be a blessing to keep your joints and muscles aligned in a neutral position. Also, there is a massive importance ... [Read More]

Mar 23rd, 2023 - It's simple—but so challenging You head to your favorite yoga teachers' classes for a reason. There's something that keeps you going back again and again, whether it's their cues, sequences, or ability to make you laugh during even the hardest poses. When I head to Alyssa Case's "We Flow Hard" yoga class at Y7 , there's one thing I'm anticipating throughout the 60-minute practice, and that's her final "3-minute push." It comes after we rest in Child's Pose , a place in the practice where ... [Read More]

Mar 23rd, 2023 - So, you have been asked to be a bit gentle, while teaching yoga. That is a good thing, as gentle yoga can have a lot of therapeutic benefits. Many students, especially elders look for such yoga classes. Now, if you have done the 200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh , then it makes sense to also learn different modes of teaching a yoga class. The teachers who teach you yoga take different approaches, depending on the type of students, who attend yoga classes. So, you should also follow on ... [Read More]

Mar 23rd, 2023 - Hot yoga is practiced in a room that's heated to about 105 degrees with 40% humidity, says hot yoga teacher Iana Edwards . Whether you do vinyasa or Bikram style, she says it'll feel like you're performing asanas in a steamy sauna. Here are all the benefits of the practice. One of the main benefits of hot yoga is increased flexibility . The steamy room warms your muscles and increases your range of motion , says yoga teacher Brandt Passalacqua . You'll melt into downward dog with ease, so be ... [Read More]

Mar 21st, 2023 - Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease of the central nervous system that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a progressive disease that damages the myelin sheath that surrounds nerve fibers, resulting in symptoms such as muscle weakness, spasticity, numbness, and cognitive impairment. While there is no known cure for MS, there are a variety of treatments and therapies available to help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. One such therapy is massage. Massage ... [Read More]

Mar 20th, 2023 - A trainer to yoga teachers says some blissfully gentle moves can fortify the pelvic floor —an essential spot for strength and wellness. When you're searching for how to strengthen your pelvic floor , the first recommendation is often Kegel exercises . Research has established that Kegels can be effective—but you can also leverage your current yoga practice to make your pelvic floor stronger. As a doctor of physical therapy and a  YogaRenew Teacher Training instructor, one of my ... [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]

Jan 11th, 2023 - After the coronavirus pandemic put the world on pause for over a year, people began to find peace in the stillness by tapping into mind body practices.  More people than ever have enrolled in yoga teacher training programs to get certified to lead others in yoga classes.  People are talking about the  best 300 hour ytt  and what to look for when choosing one. There are so many styles of yoga and there are trainings available for all of them.  If you want to know ... [Read More]

Jan 6th, 2023 - We've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process. A Complete Guide to Yoga for Beginners Everything you need to know about yoga, including the best yoga poses for beginners at home. By It's never a bad time to start practicing — and reaping the benefits of! — yoga. This ancient practice offers options for all fitness levels and has become increasingly popular in ... [Read More]

Dec 16th, 2022 - Having good balance can help you avoid falling down and getting injured, which is important, especially as you grow older. As you age, your bones become , making it easier for them to break when you fall down, says , Founder of CrossFlow Yoga. Several yoga poses, like tree pose and warrior three, can help boost your balance by strengthening important muscles like your core and legs that help . can also teach your muscles how to respond when you're thrown out of balance, which may help prevent ... [Read More]