It may be surprising to learn that there currently is not any sort of union or official organization to protect instructors' rights in the yoga industry. The yoga industry has grown in popularity, with nearly 40 million people practicing yoga in the USA, which is valued at over $16 billion per year. Yoga instructors have started to realize that they are not themselves getting a fair slice of the yoga …
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One of my favorite exercises to do with musician and non-musician clients is to lie on a foam roller, using the roller as a feedback tool to find asymmetry in the shoulders.
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Autumn is a big shift in the energy of the outside world as well as a crucial shift to the body’s internal energy. The changes in the weather and the energy of the year has shifted to Vata season. Vata is the Ayurvedic dosha (bio-elemental energy) that contains the properties of the elements ether and air and governs movement in the body, mind, and heart. The Ayurvedic qualities of Vata …
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Hi Beauties!
Today I’m leading you through a 15-minute Pilates workout utilizes light weights to build strength and improve muscle tone.
Weights are totally optional – feel free to improvise by using water bottles or cans of soup if you don’t have weights at home!
For our Mindfulness Assignment, we’ll be focusing on stopping the runaway train of negative thoughts that is getting in the way of your ability to make progress. Watch the video to the very end – this one small change has the power to change your life.
xo,
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What I’m Wearing:
Zella Epic Clean Block Ankle Leggings // Zella Bri Lite Camisole
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After being diagnosed with a coronary blockage in an artery, Bill White realized something needed to change. He was retired and 63 years old and had a lot of time on his hands. He decided to start going to yoga classes in the morning on the beach. After practicing yoga for about four months he lost 50 pounds and brought his cholesterol down to 150 from over 225! A few …
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The spookiest looks from our spooktacular followers.
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In our busy day-to-day lives, we often overlook our best and most accessible source of happiness and well-being—gratitude. The synergetic combination of gratitude with meditation creates a powerful healing and calming effect on our bodies, minds, and hearts. Sitting down and focusing on our breath while summoning thoughts of gratitude encourages us to open our hearts and embrace our blessings. This in turn cultivates peace, positivity, and happiness. We’ve selected …
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Hi Beauties!
Feeling a little under the weather, have low energy, or getting over a cold?
Then this quick Pilates routine is just what you need. This workout is gentle and rejuvenating and perfect for those days when you don’t have much energy, but know you need to move your body.
These gentle exercises will help you release tension, relax, and promote healing to help you get back to yourself as soon as possible!
Check out this gentle Pilates routine over on my YouTube channel today and let me know how it goes!
Revisit this workout anytime you need something relaxing and quick to help you feel better!
xo,
PS – Check out my Sick Day Survival Guide for more tips to help you feel your best!
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