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One Tough Teacher – Zelda The Dog
One Tough Teacher – Zelda The Dog Towards the end of 2017 I was instinctually guided to create space in my life. What for? Well, that remained to be seen. I knew it would be a time of learning, a deeper dive into all things yoga, mindfulness, as well as my newest obsession Human Design.…
Half Moon || ARDHA CHANDRASANA
Half Moon || ARDHA CHANDRASANA ARDHA || half CHANDRA || moon ASANA || Posture Primary Purpose of Half Moon || Strengthens the standing leg, stretches the hamstrings and groin, challenges balance, and stimulates proprioception Benefits of Balancing Half Moon Strengthens feet ankles knees back core Stretches groin hamstrings calves Tones lateral muscles of the spine and legs Develops…
Revolved Triangle || Parivritta Trikonasana
Revolved Triangle || PARIVRITTA TRIKONASANA PARIVRITTA || revolved TRI || three Kona || angle ASANA || Posture Primary Purpose of Revolved Triangle || To Strengthen the legs, elongate hamstrings, open the outer hip, and massage abdominal organs Benefits of Triangle Strengthens core legs spine Stretches spine legs outer hip chest Stimulates abdominal and pelvic organs Proceed With Care if…
The 16 Second Breath
THE 16 SECOND BREATHING TECHNIQUE Calm your mind with this simple 16 second breath anytime anywhere – it’s that easy! Don’t be fooled by how easy this one is, it’s quite effective at chilling you out. I typically practice this breathing technique whenever I find myself awake/restless in the middle of the night. Works better…
Warrior III || Virabhadrasana Tri
Warrior III || Virabhadrasana TRI Vira || courage/hero Bhadra || blessed, auspicious/virtuous Primary Purpose of Warrior III || Strengthens the standing leg, stretches the hamstrings and out hip of standing leg, challenges balance, and stimulates proprioception Benefits of Warrior III Strengthens feet ankles knees quads back shoulders arms neck Stimulates circulation Develops concentration, coordination, balance, poise, strenght Demonstrates…
Warrior I || Virabhadrasana Eka
Warrior I || Virabhadrasana Eka Vira || courage Bhadra || blessed, auspicious Primary Purpose of Warrior I || Strengthen the legs, build heat in the body, and open the quadricep of the back leg Benefits of Warrior I Strengthens feet legs (quadriceps, hamstrings, psoas) buttocks (gluteus maximus) back (erector spinae) abdomen (rectus abdominus, obliques) shoulder (deltoids) arms (triceps)…
Cobra || Bhujangasana
Cobra || Bhujangasana Bhujaga || a serpent, moving in curves Primary Purpose of Four Limb Staff Pose || Strengthens the back body and core while providing a spinal extension and decompression (variation pic) Benefits of Cobra Pose Strengthens legs (hamstrings) buttocks (gluteus maximus) arms (triceps) Stretches chest (pectoralis) abdomen (rectus abdominus) throat Stimulates circulation digestion the lymphatic system thyroid…
Aura Cleanse
Aura Cleanse Clear your force field with this aura cleanse I learned from a virtual workshop with Kundalini teacher Simrit. I felt energized, clear and like I could take on the world after just two minutes of this practice. There’s science behind why this practice is so effective! This short and sweet exercise combines breath…
Plank || Phalakasana
Plank || Phalakasana PHALAKASABA || a plank, board Primary Purpose of Plank || Strengthens the shoulder griddle and core. It also builds heat in the body. Benefits of Plank Pose Strengthens legs (quadriceps, hamstrings) buttocks (gluteus maximus) back (erector spine) abdomen (rectus abdominus, obliques) chest (pectoralis) shoulders (deltoids) arms (triceps) wrists Stimulates circulation digestion Improves concentration develops…
We’re Moving – Our Home In Oceanside CA
We’re Moving – Our Home In Oceanside CA It’s true – we’re moving! See my current home and the reason why we are moving. This shack by the beach was our first home in Southern California. We will miss it but we are moving even closer to the Pacific Ocean and we couldn’t be more…