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• Jill Satterfield Joins Healthy Aging!

  

  by NinaJill Satterfield by Jamey LordI’m excited to announce that I’ve invited Jill Satterfield to join our staff and she has accepted. That means you’ll be... Read more

  Posted on 08 December 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• The Importance of Cooling Your Anger

  

  by Ram Fricka Approaches in Anger by Arthur RackhamAnger is one of the most common traits exhibited by humans. A majority of us display anger to degrees that... Read more

  Posted on 07 December 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Kriya Yoga: A Contemporary View

  

  by BethFootsteps by Kenzo Okada*I. K. Taimni in The Science of Yoga defines Kriya Yoga as the last three of the five elements of Niyama (Tapas, Svadhyaya and... Read more

  Posted on 06 December 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Video of the Week: Dynamic Cobra Pose

  

  Moving between Cobra and Downward-Facing Dog pose with your breath stretches and strengthens both your front and back body, and energizes your mind and body. Read more

  Posted on 05 December 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Friday Q&A: One Leg Shorter Than The Other

  

  Q: I understand that having one leg shorter than another can be a source of pain in the lower back. Is that true and can yoga help? A: The short answer is yes... Read more

  Posted on 02 December 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Practicing Titration in Difficult Times

  

  by Jill SatterfieldGentle Accent by Wassily KandinskyWhether we need support over the holidays, post election, or just plain in general, learning how to... Read more

  Posted on 01 December 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Friday Q&A is Back!

  

  Untitled by Saul SteinbergWe're pleased to announce the return of our Friday Q A feature, in which we answer questions submitted by our readers. Read more

  Posted on 30 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• A Bridge to Sleep (Yoga You Can Do In Bed)

  

  by NinaJust had an idea I want to share with you. Someone was telling me how calming gentle inverted poses were for him, and was regretting how cold it was in... Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Video of the Week: Dynamic Downward-Facing Dog Pose 2.0

  

  Dynamic Downward-Facing Dog pose 2.0 is an advanced version of Dynamic Downward-Facing Dog pose, which builds more overall body strength while preparing you... Read more

  Posted on 28 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Yoga Practice with No Pain and All Gain

  

  by RamFireworks by Marie Lossky (@Marie.Lossky on Instagram)This happened recently: One of my colleagues remarked that during a yoga session, he experienced a... Read more

  Posted on 25 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• January 2017 Yoga for Health Aging Intensive: A Few Openings Left!

  

  There are only 8 openings left for the upcoming Yoga for Healthy Aging Intensive, with up to 5 of those available for those who wish to become certified YFHA... Read more

  Posted on 23 November 2016 HEALTHY LIVING

• Breath Practices: If They're Not Working For You, They're Not Working for You

  

  by Nina Spring Clouds Study by John ConstableYou mentioned that for some people, focusing on the breath can increase anxiety. Though not always the case, this... Read more

  Posted on 22 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Video of the Week: Classic Hunting Dog Pose

  

  This is a great pose for strengthening your back body, upper body and, spinal stabilizers. It is also a balancing pose and a weight-bearing pose for your wrist... Read more

  Posted on 21 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Friday Q&A: Preventing Vertebral Fractures in Osteoporosis

  

  Q: Now that I have been told I have osteoporosis in my spinal bones, how can I practice poses in a safe way (luckily I have no fractures yet)? Read more

  Posted on 18 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Put On Your Own Oxygen Mask First!

  

  by NinaSupported Bridge Pose with Straight LegsYesterday I gave my regular private lesson to Richard, a very lovely and compassionate older man who works as a... Read more

  Posted on 17 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Yoga for Recovery: Evelyn's Story

  

  by Evelyn ZakCongreso de los Pueblos por la Paz by Frieda Kahlo*In 1986, I had a marketing job in a young data communications company close to home. Read more

  Posted on 16 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• My Most Recent Take on the Yamas

  

  by NinaWisdom by Titian“Yamas contain essential advice for daily/good living. As they offer a map or guidance that allows us to have enhanced emotional and... Read more

  Posted on 15 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Video of the Week: Modifying Hunting Dog Pose

  

  This week's video demonstrates how to modify Hunting Dog Pose to make it more accessible if you are having challenges with the full pose, whether due to... Read more

  Posted on 14 November 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Friday Fun: Words of Wisdom from Chicago Cubs Yoga Teacher

  

  by NinaIn Meet Darnell McDonald, Mental Skills Coordinator for the Chicago Cubs Darnell McDonald, mental skills coordinator for the Chicago Cubs, explained why... Read more

  Posted on 11 November 2016 HEALTHY LIVING

• Lupus and the Eight Limbs of Yoga: Cynthia's Story

  

  by BaxterBranches with Almond Blossoms by Vincent van GoghOne of our readers (and students) Cynthia Alleman offered to share her story with us about how yoga... Read more

  Posted on 10 November 2016 SPIRITUALITY