Neuroplasticity & Conscious Transformation: Working with the Law of Attraction
Shakta Kaur Khalsa is the creator of the Radiant Child Yoga Program and the author of “Yoga for Women” and several other yoga books and DVDs. In this interview with YogaUOnline, Shakta discusses her work with the Law of Attraction
Yoga May Aid in Treatment of Stroke, MS, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and More, Research Review Finds
Neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis (MS), epilepsy, Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s impact millions world-wide. A scientific review published in the Journal of Clinical Neuroscience finds that yoga may be an effective adjunctive treatment. Yoga and other mind-body therapies are unique
Yoga Teaching: Disc Problems and their Relationship to Yoga Practice
There is a lot of discussion in yoga about what constitutes safe practice in regards to disc problems, particularly of the lumbar spine. To help make sense of the diverse opinions on the subject it is worth reviewing the anatomy
Deepen Your Practice: 8 Steps to a Powerful Home Practice
Whether you are a dedicated yoga student or a yoga teacher, a home practice is essential to your yogic journey. On a very basic level, a home practice allows you to explore the avenues of yoga in which you are
Don't Worry, Be Happy - Yoga and the New Science of Neuroplasticity
“What you put your attention on, grows stronger in your life.” ~ Maharishi Mahesh Yogi In this interview, Kristine Kaoverii Weber, founder of Subtle Yoga and the co-director of the Subtle Yoga Teacher Training for Behavioral Health Professionals, discusses the
Yoga Boosts Cardiovascular Fitness and Psychological Health Study Shows
There has been an ongoing debate regarding yoga’s ability to improve cardiovascular and physical fitness. A study suggests that, for sedentary college students, regular Vinyasa yoga practice may boost both fitness and mental health, and reduce stress. Research Study Analyzes Benefits
Healthy Forward Bending: Is Rolling Up from Forward Bends Safe?
Recently I’ve watched a video on YouTube by a popular yoga teacher and couldn’t help but wince every time she instructed her students to “roll up to stand one notch at a time”. Why was I wincing? Because every time
Ahhhh: 5 Ways to Support Savasana
Ah, Savasana. The last and most understated pose of yoga practice. Those magical five minutes (10 if you’re lucky) of complete relaxation when everything you just did on your mat—all of those incremental physical, physiological, emotional, and energetic changes that
Multiple Sclerosis: How Yoga Can Ease Symptoms
Can yoga alleviate symptoms of multiple sclerosis? Research shows that people with multiple sclerosis report improvements in mental, emotional, and physical health after receiving a yoga intervention. In this article, Dr. Ram Rao examines just how yoga can help manage the
Right Speech: Five Guidelines for Mastering the Subtle Art of Mindful Communication
If you are brave enough to venture into online comment sections, you may feel as if you need a shower afterward. I know I do. Online communications are a minefield. The proliferation of anonymous commenting on blogs and social media
Stretch and Strengthen: 7 Poses for a Healthy IT Band
So often when something in our bodies feels tense or uncomfortable, our immediate response is to try to stretch, stretch, stretch the pain away. However, stretching alone often isn’t the solution. In many cases, our discomfort can be resolved by
Guac-Kale-Mole: A New Superfood Snack
Guacomole is everyone's summertime favorite snack! Count on Kale and Chocolate's Elise Museles to make it even more colorful and super nutritious-guac-kale-mole with a twist! Guac-Kale-Mole brings guacamole to a whole new level in taste and nutrition! How can you go
Yoga Backbends: 6 Keys to Healthy Alignment in Ustrasana (Camel Pose)
Yoga backbends are like a magic trick. If you keep your eyes on the spine, you miss out on what the rest of the body is doing. Seeing a big, beautiful spinal curve in Ustrasana (Camel Pose) is mesmerizing. However,
The Sacroiliac Joint: Anatomy and Function
The sacroiliac joint (SI joint) is involved in literally every yoga pose we practice. It is the hub for the transference of force between the legs and torso. Although it is designed to be a stable joint with limited mobility,
To Stretch or Not to Stretch? Understanding Musculoskeletal Imbalances in Yoga
Most yoga students come to class with preexisting musculoskeletal imbalances, which impact their practice in numerous ways, and may even predispose them to injuries. In this interview, yoga therapist and physical therapist Marlysa Sullivan discusses the role of muscle imbalances in