There is an explanation or phrase I often used to describe what happens during a yoga session: it’s as if we are creating space within our bodies. (more…)

There is a practice I remember one of my Sivananda teachers describing where you don’t speak for 3 days, called mouna- it is a voluntary vow of silence.

I remembered this because when I get depleted, my voice becomes very weak and I recently started feeling as if I was using massive amounts of energy just to engage in conversation. (more…)

Although there are super-teachers who say that even when they are sick they continue their physical yoga practice, I’m not one of them. I usually tell students to notice when their bodies are clearly signaling to take a full and complete rest. (more…)

Just talked to one of my sisters about her concerns with joint and bone density issues as we age, especially for women.

She hates gyms and especially hates any exercises with machines and weights. I don’t blame her as I never took to the gym atmosphere either. But weight bearing exercises are important in order to maintain muscle tone that supports our bones. (more…)

A private yoga session may be a good idea when you are having many questions and concerns about starting or restarting your yoga routine.

I just completed an individualized yoga class for a student who has lost her flexibility and strength since taking on a demanding job that keeps her tied to her computer. (more…)

Pain is an alarm system going off in your body.

It may be drawing attention to something you have ignored or it may be the result of an extended and necessary healing process. (more…)

My body aches after an extended yoga class. I’ve grown to recognize my own cycles of feeling stronger – and not. Depending on so many factors – rain, fatigue, eating too much or too little, a broken heart, financial worries – my body will hurt and then feel better, no doubt about it. (more…)

I see the term “integrative health” being used more and more. Public Broadcasting Television featured an excellent show on the subject entitled “New Medicine.” The idea is that everything in your life contributes to your wellness. (more…)