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• 7 Reasons Why You Should Love Yoga Props

  

  by NinaAlthough we’ve heard that some yoga teachers say using props is “cheating” (see Cheating at Yoga?), we couldn’t disagree more. For us here at Yoga for... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• The Aging Brain: Brain Changes During Healthy Aging

  

  by RamSelf Portrait by Joan Miro *I have written several articles in the past regarding the brain, brain pathology, the mind, and mental exercise. Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• The iMask is Born! A DIY Project

  

  by BaxterIs it an Eye Blanket or an iMask?I think the first time I heard about the oculocardiac reflex, also referred to as the Aschner phenomenon, was about te... Read more

  Posted on 31 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Checking-In: A Guided Meditation by Jill Satterfield

  

  by JillTulip Closeup by Melina MezaIt’s not often enough that we check in with ourselves and ask ourselves how we are or notice how we are feeling physically,... Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Balance Pose of the Week: One-Legged Juggler

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  Posted on 28 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Friday Q&A: Stretching a Tight Ankle

  

  Q: I would love to get some information about how to get at this part of the ankle. I do a daily yoga practice but still have considerable tightness around the... Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Side Plank Pose for Scoliosis Challenge: Conclusions

  

  by Nina In the fall, I read some compelling about Dr. Loren Fishman’s study on using Side Plank Pose (Vasithasana) to improve scoliosis (see Side Plank Pose... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Just Stretching Is Not Just Stretching: Stretching Strengthens, Too

  

  by Nina“I think it’s possible that we should not look at stretching so much as a way to make muscles longer, but instead view it as a way to make muscles... Read more

  Posted on 25 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• The Aging Heart: How Aging Affects the Cardiovascular System

  

  by BaxterHere at YFHA we often discuss how yoga positively impacts the effects of aging on a variety of body systems, including the heart and blood vessels... Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Dynamic Reclined Hip Stretches (Reclining Vinyasa #1), with Video

  

  by BaxterThe Reclined Hip Stretches sequence allows you to gently release tension around your hip joint and hamstrings, which may help relieve lower back pain. Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Warrior 1 and Warrior 2 Mini Vinyasas

  

  by Baxter and NinaLast week in his post “Sequencing in the Style of Krishnamacharya, Part 2” Baxter described a Krishnamacharya-style mini vinyasa. Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Weekly Balance Pose: Tree-to-3-to-Tree (Warrior 3, That Is)

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  Posted on 21 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Friday Q&A: How to Stretch?

  

  Q: How long should I hold a stretch for maximum benefits?A: Before I answer this reader’s question, I’d like to give provide background on flexibility and... Read more

  Posted on 20 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Why I (Still) Need a Yoga Teacher

  

  by NinaThe Ballet Class by Edgar DegasRecently I learned that my long-time yoga teacher, Donald Moyer, is retiring from teaching. (Baxter and I will be writing... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• No Shame, Please! (Western Medicine and Yoga Are Complementary)

  

  by NinaBaby Face by Melina Meza"Although modern yoga practices can be very helpful for a variety of health conditions, yoga does not cure “everything,” and... Read more

  Posted on 18 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Adding "Distraction" to Your Balance Poses

  

  by BaxterA Beauty Holding a Ball by Toyohara ChikanobuMy 2015 (healthy) obsession with balance is in full swing, and as a result, lots of folks have been sharin... Read more

  Posted on 17 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Successful Yoga Therapy for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

  

  by RamResting in Bed by James McNeill WhistlerChronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a medical condition characterized by persistent and ongoing fatigue,... Read more

  Posted on 16 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Weekly Balance Pose: Standing Vinyasa

  There are two parts this week to the Weekly Balance Pose Practice.Part 1: Reclined VinyasaSee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjDtGKnGS2g feature=youtu.bePart... Read more

  Posted on 15 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Friday Q&A: Moving Your Spine in Twists

  

  Q: You have written superbly about the spine but I can't find any comments on maintaining an upright spine for seated twists. Please, could you explain the... Read more

  Posted on 13 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING

• Featured Sequence: Mini Uplifting Practice

  

  by NinaI almost always feel better after practicing yoga, but sometimes when I’m feeling mildly depressed, discouraged, or lethargic, it’s hard to motivate... Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2015 FITNESS, HEALTH, HEALTHY LIVING