What is Iyengar Yoga?

What is Iyengar Yoga?

One of the reasons yoga has such widespread appeal is that it comes in a variety of forms. While they all honor the fundamental mind-body connection, each has unique qualities that allow you to work on your specific areas of interest. Practicing different types keeps...
Positive Effects of Yoga After Class

Positive Effects of Yoga After Class

Many people choose to be physically active as a component of a healthy lifestyle. They may want to lose weight, strengthen their cardiovascular system or develop better muscle tone. The beauty of yoga is that it’s a complete lifestyle on its own. With regular practice...
How Spirituality Is a Vital Piece to Weight Loss

How Spirituality Is a Vital Piece to Weight Loss

Most people approach weight loss as a problem to be solved by their physical selves. The answer involves a combination of less eating and more activity. While those are necessary elements, it’s not the complete solution. As yoga teaches us, there is a deep, intimate...
5 Yoga Poses For Anxiety

5 Yoga Poses For Anxiety

Anxiety, like most other emotions, is a part of life. It’s perfectly natural to feel some trepidation when your child leaves for college or you start a new job. Problems arise when you find yourself frequently experiencing anxiety at a level that’s out of proportion...
Meditation For The Competitive Edge

Meditation For The Competitive Edge

Earlier this year the Seattle Seahawks won the first Super Bowl championship in their 40-year history. Many of the players spoke about the success of an innovative technique head coach Pete Carroll incorporated into their preparations. Was it Crossfit? Martial...
The Many Uses of Oregano Oil

The Many Uses of Oregano Oil

Oregano, a member of the peppermint family, is a hardy, bushy herb plant used liberally in Mediterranean, Mexican, and many other culinary traditions around the world. Most people have experienced oregano in pizza and other Italian marinara sauces, but may not have...