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. …
Improving your flexibility with PNF Stretching
Do 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 …
How to stay calm and happy this holiday season.
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”. I am sure you have heard this saying in songs, commercials and movies. Why is it then, that during this time of …
You 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, …
Viparita Karani – Legs up the Wall Pose
Viparita Karani or Legs up the Wall Pose may look very simple. In fact it is very easy to do and very relaxing. This is one of the many restorative …
Restorative 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 …
Savasana- 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 …
Breathe! How our emotions determine our breathing patterns.
You are able to change how you are feeling in an instant by changing your breathing pattern! The next time you are feeling anxious or angry try taking some deep slow breaths and see how your body and emotions begin to relax. The next time you are feeling tired or depressed, try taking some quick deep breaths and see how your energy level rises. You have the ability to determine how you are feeling, take control of it and change your life.
Get a Good Night’s Sleep!
Perhaps, the most important thing you can do for your Body. We have all experienced the short term effects of getting a poor nights sleep on occasion. The tired, confused, …
Our emotional seasons.
It is very hard to believe that I just took this photo a few days ago on my morning walk. The evening before we walked in a whiteout snowstorm and …