Ninazolotow
MY BLOGS
-
Yoga for Healthy Aging
http://yogaforhealthyaging.blogspot.com/
Advice, information, and conversation about both aging and yoga, and how yoga can foster healthy aging. Regular contributors include two MDs (Dr. Baxter Bell and Dr. Timothy McCall), two PhDs, a physical therapist, and a professional yoga writer, all of whom have experience as yoga practitioners (and most as yoga teachers as well).
LATEST ARTICLES ( 1580 )
-
5 Tips for People with Arthritis of the Hands
by Ann Swanson, M.S. in Yoga Therapy, E-RYT500, LMTStudy of Hands by Albrecht DurerOur hands play such a big role in how we live our life’s purpose. Think of al... Read more
Posted on 18 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Four Dynamic Poses for Depression
by Ninaby Melina MezaHehe, it was all part of my evil plan. When Baxter asked me for suggestions for his new series on dynamic poses and mini vinyasas, I... Read more
Posted on 17 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Techniques for Supporting Your Immune System with Yoga
by Baxter and NinaJean Marie, Age 58, by Melina MezaNow that we've convinced you to care about your immune system (see Friday Practical Pointers: You Should Car... Read more
Posted on 16 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Video of the Week: Looping Your Strap
We recently had a request for a video on how to create a loop with your strap for use with some of Baxter's other videos. Yes, we are listening! Read more
Posted on 15 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Friday Practical Pointers: You Should Care About Your Immune System
by BaxterThe Wounded Man by Gustav CourbetIt’s that time of year again, when it seems like everyone is getting sick with a cold or flu. Read more
Posted on 12 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Beth Gibbs Joins Yoga for Healthy Aging!
by NinaI’m excited to announce that we’ve invited Beth Gibbs to join our staff and she has accepted. That means you’ll be hearing from her regularly from now on... Read more
Posted on 11 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Techniques for Improving Cardiovascular and Heart Health
by Baxter and NinaNancy Ruby, Age 58, by Melina MezaIn today’s post, we are providing recommendations for using yoga tools for their preventative benefits on... Read more
Posted on 10 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Age-Related Muscle Loss and Sarcopenia: An Interview with Dr. Chris Adams
by NinaMuscle Man Standing by Hans BaldungAlthough we haven't heard from Dr. Brad Gibson lately, he is still consulting with me behind the scenes and also... Read more
Posted on 09 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Video of the Week: Downward-Facing Dog Pose to Plank Pose
In this mini vinyasa, you move between Downward Facing Dog pose and Plank pose with your breath. This is great way to warm up for longer holds of Downward-Facin... Read more
Posted on 08 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Friday Practice Pointers: Get a Diagnosis!
by BaxterSelf Portrait with the Portrait of Doctor Farill by Frida Kahlo*As I was reviewing all the information that we have shared with you over the years on... Read more
Posted on 05 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Healthy and Unhealthy Stretching Sensations
by NinaFlames by Melina MezaEver hear someone else groaning in a yoga class? Or maybe that you? Yes, when you are stretching a tight area of your body, you can... Read more
Posted on 04 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Techniques for Cultivating Agility
by BaxterYoga in a Tree by Melina MezaAfter delving into strength and flexibility, (see Techniques for Strength Building with Yoga, and Techniques for... Read more
Posted on 03 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Stronger Now Than at 65: An Interview with Ellen Pechman
by BaxterEllen with her teacher Sandra RazielliEllen Pechman, who is one of my students, made a very bold announcement in Montana last summer that caught my... Read more
Posted on 02 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Video of the Week: Dynamic Bridge Pose
This uplifting, energizing sequence builds leg and back strength while fostering flexibility in your spine and shoulders. Subscribe to Yoga for Healthy Aging... Read more
Posted on 01 February 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
2016 Intensive Sold Out/Winter 2017 Intensive Added
by NinaNamaste Berkeley recent informed us that even though it is only January our 2016 summer intensive is already sold out. At this point, they are just takin... Read more
Posted on 30 January 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Friday Practical Pointers: Who Should Avoid Certain Wrist Movements?
by BaxterLeslie Greinstein, Age 62 We now arrive at one of our most delicate joints of the body, the wrist. I remind my students at least once a week that the... Read more
Posted on 29 January 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Techniques for Cultivating Flexibility with Yoga
by NinaDe Jur, Age 57After delving into strength (see Techniques for Strength Building with Yoga), Baxter and I immediately moved onto flexibility. Read more
Posted on 28 January 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
It's Complicated: Moving Toward Equanimity
by Beth“It’s complicated.” That was our tour guide speaking from the front of the bus as it rumbled toward La Habana (Havana). She was describing the history,... Read more
Posted on 27 January 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Flexibility Varies: Are You Tight Or Flexible?
by Baxter As you can see from these photos, anyone observing Nina and me practice Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana) would immediately see that even though we’r... Read more
Posted on 26 January 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING -
Video of the Week: Arms Overhead Vinyasa
This is a simple but powerful vinyasa that you can use on its own to energize yourself or uplift yourself, or include as the first or even the last pose in a... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2016 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING