I recently completed Lasater Yoga’s 21-day Savasana Intensive. Seems strange that Savasana(relaxation) and intensive can go in the same sentence huh? Well THEY DO! Savasana can be one of if not the most difficult poses in yoga. “Why? You just lie on the floor?” Well yes. That’s where the real work happens. Not the outerContinue reading “Lasater Yoga’s 21-Day Savasana Intensive – My thoughts”
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Restorative Yoga
Restorative Yoga is best described as “conscious relaxation.” This type of yoga is the most effective in calming and relaxing the body which in turn, relaxes and settles the mind. So often our bodies operate from the sympathetic nervous system which is responsible for keeping us alert as well as preparing for incoming stressors. ThisContinue reading “Restorative Yoga”
Travel Restorative Yoga
Tips on how to be creative with props in a hotel room to utilize restorative yoga poses.
Restorative Yoga Pose of the Week – Relaxation Pose
Relaxation Pose is the more important shape in restorative yoga. If you have time for one yoga pose during your day, do this one. Relaxation pose lowers blood pressure and heart rate, enhances immunity, helps with insomnia, reduces fatigue, releases any muscular tension and can help manage chronic pain. This pose will neutralize energy inContinue reading “Restorative Yoga Pose of the Week – Relaxation Pose”
Restorative Yoga Pose of the Week – Legs Up the Wall
Legs up the wall is an inversion that helps reverse the natural blood flow and pooling of blood in the feet. This pose can be practiced everyday and is beneficial to reduce fatigue and swelling in the legs and can be a nice relief after standing on your feet all day. This pose may helpContinue reading “Restorative Yoga Pose of the Week – Legs Up the Wall”