Pieces of a Yoga Practice - Time Lapse Video

As I mentioned earlier this week, it's been a tough few days and I haven't really wanted to get on the mat, but once I did, I knew it was the best medicine.

 I've been playing around with lifting up to headstand lately, which is the first thing you'll see in the vid (first in slow motion and then time lapsed). Lifting up is great work for the core, so give it a try if headstand is in your practice. The other part I slowed down was this cool transition I've been incorporating where I start in side plank variation, hook the big toe, and swoop the leg in front for a split. (Don't do this unless you're really, really warmed up.) 

What are you working on in your practice?  

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Yoga for Core and Balance

Here's a video I put together the other day for my intermediate yoga people. It's a ten minute yoga sequence that fires up the core, and tests balance. It's definitely not suitable for absolute beginners. Always work within a pain-free range. 

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How to do Wheel Pose

I've posted about wheel pose a few times before, because it is a long time favorite of mine. Today I'm posting a video I put together to teach how to get into wheel pose and a few poses you can do in preparation for it. Wheel pose relieves stress, helps to overcome that afternoon slump by increasing energy, and can help with mild depression. It also strengthens the arms, wrists, back, legs and butt. Give it a try with the video below. The first part shows how to get into wheel pose if you're already warmed up. The second part shows prep poses for wheel that you can try, and then it ends with wheel pose again, giving you a chance to try it out. Hope you find it helpful.

PS- Wheel variation in motion, more tips for upward facing bow pose, and drop backs.

Sun Salutation A Explained

Today I'm bringing it back to basics by breaking down the poses in Sun Salutation A. I go through it twice in this video - the first time is slowed down so I can offer tips, modifications and explanations in each posture. The second time is in real time so you can do it with me. In a regular yoga class, instructors don't always go through each posture step by step and it's easy to develop poor habits, so I hope this helps to clear up any confusion out there. As always, feel free to ask any questions or request a video. 

PS- Gentle yoga for back pain, how to create a home yoga sequence, and a couple mudra tips for meditation.

Guided Morning Meditation

Earlier this week I had a couple requests for a meditation video so today I'm delivering. This is a guided meditation which is something I recommend for beginners or anyone who has a tough time slowing down. This particular meditation focuses on bringing awareness to various parts of the body which I've found in the past to be a great way to relieve tension in the muscles, stress, and good for anyone with chronic pain. It's a little over 5 minutes, is great to do in the morning, and will start your day off on the right foot. Give it a try and let me know how it goes in the comments below. Have a wonderful day!

PS- Meditation tips for beginners,  what to do with your hands when in meditation, a favorite inspirational quote about pursuing your vision of excellence.