What is PNF Stretching? PNF stands for Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation. It was developed at the Kabat-Kaiser Institute from 1946 to 1951 by neurophysiologist Herman Kabat and physical therapist Margaret Knott. …
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Yoga ResourcesBuilding Strength with Yoga
Yoga isn’t only about improving your flexibility. It can be one of the best workouts for building strength. I have had many new yoga students report to me that they …
Flexibility & MobilityDo I really need to stretch?
Taking the time to stretch tends to be the area most overlooked in a fitness routine. Many people only spend time stretching after completing a challenging workout and even then …
Yoga ResourcesYoga; The League of Superheroes for Health and Fitness Success
A fitness expert promotes yoga as a comprehensive health and fitness solution, highlighting its multifaceted benefits. Yoga enhances body awareness, reduces stress, mitigates inflammation, supports heart health, boosts mood, improves sleep, soothes pain, and increases flexibility, balance, and metabolic function. The writer aims to persuade people to try yoga, diving into its numerous “superpowers” and offering a 4-week program for beginners to build a confident practice.
Yoga ResourcesYou can always return to your mat!
Since the pandemic, I have had many of my past students return to my classes reporting that they have “lost their yoga.” They are often afraid to attend class again, …
Yoga ResourcesRestorative Yoga, it should be part of everyone’s practice!
We all like to push ourselves and challenge our abilities at times. We are often looking to make changes or improve our health and physical bodies. Our workout routines are …
Senior Resources Yoga ResourcesSavasana- The Most Important and Sometimes Most Difficult Yoga Pose
Savasana, also known as Corpse Pose or Final Resting pose can be one of the most important and difficult yoga poses of your practice. This pose challenges your mind to …
Yoga ResourcesHow do I develop a yoga practice at home?
As a yoga instructor I have often been asked by my students “How do I practice at home when I cannot attend a class?” Since the COVID19 outbreak has closed …