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 […]
Posture Part 2: Stretches
In the last post, I demonstrated corrective exercises to strengthen weak, underused back muscles associated with poor posture. In this post, I’ll show you the best stretches and yoga poses to lengthen tight muscles in neck, chest, and shoulders. These will help alleviate tension and improve your posture. Neck Stretch: From seated or standing, reach arms behind […]