Namaste, friends at Yogacurrent! My new blog+video series is about deconstructing limitations to achieve freedom from pain. Today we are looking into a healing technique from my practice as a massage therapist. Specifically, I’m recommending this technique to apply with Downward Dog for your Yoga practice. A Sense of Ease in Downward Dog Do you […]
Dynamic Stretching and Balance
Train with dynamic stretching and balance The exercises below include dynamic stretching and balance. They will help to stabilize the pelvis and tone the abdominal core. They can also be used to heal sacroiliac joint dysfunction by relieving tension in the hips, improving circulation, and relaxing the nerves. Dynamic balance occurs when the body […]
Core Strength Balance | Favorite Morning Stretch – Day Three
Learn core strength exercises for upper body yoga balance. It makes a perfect morning yoga session to energize your body, focus your mind, and empower your spirit! 30min yoga video Yoga Gear Yogacurrent is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on the site, we may earn a commission at no additional […]
Favorite Morning Stretch – Day Two
25min video This video demonstrates three ways to practice gentle rotations for your spine. Forward is the most common movement pattern. Our perception of the body is primarily oriented with a forward direction. However, because the body is not one dimensional, a lot happens beyond the forward direction. There are three dimensions! Three Dimensions of […]
Favorite Morning Stretch – Day One
My favorite morning yoga stretch is a therapeutic technique to ease weight-bearing pressure and stress on the body. It is a perfect way to stretch your back and relax and wake up to a new day. 20min yoga video This blog explains more about how it works and why it works so well in the […]
Really Good Yoga // 3 Tips for Yoga at Home
In this post I talk about distinct phases you can expect while learning yoga, as well as tips for a successful home yoga routine, and a special asana blueprint! All of these tips are from my personal experience. Imagine… a yoga experience with undeniable results […]
Daily Yoga Vasisthasana Preparation
My featured routine this month is a Daily Yoga practice to prepare for Vasisthasana. This routine sculpts the thoracic chest and shoulders with balance, strength, and alignment. This is the foundation for developing and toning the more advanced position, Vasisthasana. Honestly, I feel so happy and grateful to be practicing yoga again at home. […]
Starting Yoga At Home
Now that you have considered different times of day for yoga, and you are discovering when yoga can fit into your life… the question becomes, “Now that I’m here on my yoga mat or rug, how will I know what to do?” Start yoga at home This next stage is about figuring out what you […]
When To Do Yoga
Time to get on your mat? When cultivating a yoga practice at home, one of the most consistent questions is, “What is a good time for yoga?” I think this question is so often asked aloud, because it is something that needs to be considered (and reconsidered) pretty regularly. And even when you find a […]
Yamas and Niyamas // Yoga Introduction
As many of you know, Yoga has deep philosophical and spiritual roots in addition to the physical practice and breath work. This blog and video series is an effort to rely on these ancient roots to create present connections between the skills of asana yoga, personal development, and spiritual fulfillment. Within the vast lineage and […]