Jathara Parivartanasana (Revolved Belly Pose)

In the summer, most of us are naturally more active. Getting outside to hike or exercise is a natural complement to winter hibernation. But in the...

The cervical spine—the section of the spine that goes through the neck—is the most delicate part of the spine. Unlike the other sections, the sacral, lumbar...

Twists feel so good, but they’re tricky for people with sacroiliac (SI) issues. Given that SI joint issues are the most common yoga-related injuries, it’s important...

Have you ever been in a yoga class when someone (maybe you) experienced a spontaneous emotional event? Sometimes, especially in intensive workshop situations, a new physical...

We often think of simple seated forward bends as “beginner” poses. But in 34 years of teaching, I’ve actually found these to be some of the...

So far in this series, I’ve focused on what not to do to maintain a healthy SI joint. This post will focus on what yoga practices...

Ahhhh … fresh powder. A few days ago, it took me about 25 minutes to dig my car out of the snow and shovel my walks...

A little over a year ago I began a strength training program. After bilateral hip replacements, and the years of dysfunction that led up to them,...

Patanjali’s Eight Limbs of Yoga provide a scaffolding for the comprehensive practice of yoga. As the third and fourth of Patanjali’s Eight Limbs of Yoga, asana...

Spring may be just around the corner, but winter is still upon us. Winter Storm Oliver is wreaking havoc all over the country right now. It...

Have you ever been in a yoga class when someone (maybe you) experienced a spontaneous emotional event? Sometimes, especially in intensive workshop situations, a new physical...

Today is World Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. In case you’re not familiar with fibromyalgia, here are some facts: According to the National Institutes of Health, some 5...

When we use the term “open-hearted” what comes to mind is a person whose kindness extends to all. We can develop an open heart by practicing...

We’ve all seen it. Chances are if you’ve done it, maybe a whole lot. That is, you bend your head forward to text, surf, shop, socialize,...

If you plant a garden, you know that August is your garden’s most bounteous month. Squash, eggplant, potatoes, onions, sweet corn, peppers, and of course, succulent...