How Yoga in Schools Helps Kids De-Stress
It’s a typical Thursday morning at KIPP Summit Academy in San Lorenzo, California, as 20 seventh graders file into yoga class. There’s nothing loosey-goosey or crunchy-granola about the atmosphere. KIPP […]
Take Some Yin and Call Me in the Morning
I’ve been traveling a lot for work lately, trips that involve a lot of sitting–in cars, at tables, on airplanes–and not a lot of movement. Because of that, yoga has […]
AcroYoga 101: A Classic Sequence for Beginners
6 poses to put you in touch with the physical and introspective sides of acrobatic asana. Prepare for Takeoff Though this series is safe and doable, let intuition and judgment […]
Layoff Lessons Learned: The Art of Self-Adjustment
The art of self-adjustment is a skill that many people struggle with. The hardest part about adjusting to change, whether it be for the better or worse, is accepting that […]
Why You Need a Restorative Yoga Practice This Winter
We all know that winter can be hard on our bodies and minds. The cold, the dark, the lack of sunshine. All of these factors are responsible for not only […]
Create Space for a Dedicated Home Practice
Are you trying to create space for a dedicated home practice? Dedicating time and energy to your yoga, meditation or other self-care practices can be one of the best investments […]
America’s Top 10 Yoga Towns
Yoga has been around for centuries and continues to grow in popularity. There are plenty of places throughout America where you can practice your deep breathing and meditation while enjoying […]
10 Reasons to Make Time for Yin Yoga When You’re Too Busy
When you’re too busy, Yin Yoga is the perfect way to relax and recharge. Yin Yoga is a slow-paced yoga style that focuses on elongating muscles and connective tissues. It […]
The Business of Yoga: Why I Run A Donation-Based Yoga Studio
The Yoga industry is growing at a rapid pace, and for good reason. There are many benefits to yoga that come with it. The challenge of the modern-day yogi is […]
Inside My Injury: How Rupturing My Hamstring Tendon Helped Me Learn a Better Way to Stretch
This blog post is about how rupturing my hamstring tendon helped me learn a better way to stretch. It’s not just about the injury, but also what I’ve learned and […]