Heels Don’t Touch in Down Dog?
Q: How do I get my heels down in downward facing dog? A: Here’s the big secret: Your heels never have to touch the ground in downward facing dog. In fact, there’s a very good chance that if your heels are touching the floor, your back is out of alignment. Unless you are very flexible […]
Why Do My Wrists Hurt In Yoga?
Q: Why do my wrists hurt in yoga? A: If you’re experiencing joint pain, it’s always a good idea to have it checked out by your doctor first. Provided there are no major issues, here are some reasons you could be experiencing pain in your wrists in yoga poses such as plank, quadruped, and chatarunga: First, […]
What Do You Do for Cardio?
I do not run. When one of my corporate fitness students heard this, she asked, “Then what do you do for cardio?” For a lot of people, running is their go-to cardio. And some of these people do like to run. But for those of us that don’t, there are other options […]
Posture Part 3: SMR VIDEOS
In the previous two posts, I demonstrated exercises and stretches to correct poor posture in the upper body. In this post, I’ll show you the best self-myofascial release techniques using a LAX ball, a pair of Yoga Tune-Up Therapy Balls, and a foam roller to help address your posture issues. Foam Roll Thoracic Spine: This is the part of […]