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Nothing says “Happy Valentine’s Day” like sweating, massaging, deep breathing, and feeling great. These yoga poses for 2 person help you do all of those things. Try them both ways, in order, switching who’s partner 1 and who’s partner 2. Get ready to open up (literally and figuratively), put your bodies all over each other, take some deep breaths, and feel awesome. Seated Shoulder Opening Twist Sit back-to-back in a comfortable cross-legged position. Both partners reach arms out to sides, palms facing away, arms parallel to the floor. Taller partner takes hands over, shorter partner hands under; press palms together.…
Ever look at those super-bendy Instagram yogis and think, nah, my body can’t do that? Think again—these seven yoga poses will help you lengthen your body and feel more limber. Yes, You Can Be More Flexible! Always wanted to do wheel pose with ease? Frustrated that forward bends are so difficult and don’t know why? (Hint: Every forward bend is a back bend in disguise!) Improving back flexibility is the most often requested routine I get—whether it’s in a class, a private session, through Facebook, though Instagram, or through my website. Everyone seems to want a more flexible back. This is…
My Yoga Essentials was born from a yoga enthusiast’s desire to share his passion for yoga with the people of Lebanon and provide the Lebanese yoga community with high-quality, hand-picked yoga essentials to enrich their yoga experience and yoga journey. Providing everything a yogi needs (yoga mats, yoga wear, incense sticks, etc.), My Yoga Essentials is proud to provide high-quality, sustainable and eco-friendly products to the yoga community in Lebanon. Our goal is to be the region’s top provider of yoga essentials, enabling you to support your health, evolve your yoga practice, and provide you with the essential tools to…
People have been practicing yoga for thousands of years. While some poses haven’t changed, some of the yoga we practice today includes mats, music, heat, goats, and the various new styles people are practicing around the world. is changing. One style that is certainly not thousands of years old is the yoga taught at CorePower Yoga Studios across the United States (CorePower Yoga Studios is one of the nation’s largest chains of yoga studios, with locations in 23 states and Colombia). (based in a special ward). ). “[CorePower Yoga] combines an amazing physical workout with the mindfulness of yoga,” says…
For many of us, our calling for yoga instructor training course takes us to India. But with the plethora of options both in terms of place, type of yoga, and the school how does one take an informed decision? You can speak to your local yoga school for recommendations or talk to your friends who have already come to India for taking up the course or a vacation. If you don’t have access to either, then here are some helpful tips: 1. Have a clear purpose Your decision to come to India should be based on a good reason. For…
Step Up Your Yoga Ability We always hear why and how yoga is amazing cross training for a multitude of different athletic endeavors. Yoga can increase stamina, flexibility, and agility. It can improve your swing, shorten recovery time in between workouts, reduce risk of injury—the list goes on. But what if you’re a yogi looking to cross train and enhance your yoga? What sorts of activities and workouts would augment your practice? We’ve come up with the five best workouts to enhance and complement your yoga routine. SoulCycle For the devoted yogi who needs something with more substance than…
Yoga Garden offers dynamic and powerful yoga for all levels. Experience inspiring and creative courses, workshops and training led by knowledgeable and passionate teachers. In this space, you can explore, play, try new things, test yourself, and be yourself. You have a chance to reach your full potential. Vinyasa yoga, Yin yoga, restorative and gentle yoga. From beginner to advanced, you’ll find everything here. It’s not too hot, it’s not too cold, and it’s exactly the time for bear cubs. In the silence of the day and the stillness of the night, you can hear the siren song from a…
The 67-year-old performed a “mini squat” in an Instagram video. She says the squat variations “relieve pressure” on the joints. Dennis Austin regularly shares workout tips and makes sure to provide his fans with easily accessible workouts. This includes how to stay healthy and live a healthy lifestyle that works for everyone, no matter your age or fitness level. The 67-year-old has previously demonstrated effective, simple workout moves for women over 50, and now she’s introduced another low-impact exercise to tone her legs and butt. are doing. This time, the fitness star posted a workout video on Instagram showing fans…
Head out for a workout—alone—or stay at home and binge-watch House of Cards with your man? Making time for exercise might seem silly when all you want is a bit of bonding time. But research shows that opting for the former choice is the better bet. Read on for 10 ways exercise has a direct effect on your relationship, then lace up your sneaks and start sweating. Bonus points if you get your partner to join you. You’ll Reduce Stress By now you know that squeezing in some time to sweat is great for your mental clarity. And there’s no better way…
Diligent gym habits aren’t just about physical health. Research shows exercise can improve your mental health, too. Exercise Cranks Up Creativity Thinking outside the box in the workplace may be as easy as going outside your cubicle. A recent Dutch study published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience suggests that people who exercise regularly are also better at creative thinking. So if you’ve been stuck on a task for a while, taking a stroll during your lunch break may be just the thing to get you past the block. Exercise Increases Self-Esteem Talk about a runner’s high! A report in the Journal of…