Despite their clear differences, practicing yoga and listening to music serve a similar purpose. Both soothe, amuse and reunite the body and mind. Some people find it easier to achieve this flow state while practicing yoga while listening to music. Many yoga practitioners prefer to practice while listeningto music with a meditative vibe. Because yoga is associated with mental … [Read more...]
Postpartum Recovery Poses by Jessica Gershman (The Zen Mommy).
Yoga practice has such naturally calming effects it is perfect for postpartum. Becoming a mother is a stressful time and you are generally working on very little sleep. Even when cleared for exercise, your body has been through such miraculous changes over the last 9 months, traditional more high impact workouts can be detrimental for recovery. Scientifically we know yoga can … [Read more...]
4 Yoga Asana to Heal Rotator Cuff Injury
By Lara Heimann After a rotator cuff injury, proper shoulder strengthening exercises should be employed. There are specific yoga poses that can help to strengthen the rotator cuff muscles and they include the following: Modified Side Plank: Place the left hand on the floor with the left shoulder aligned over the wrist and the left knee on the floor … [Read more...]
3 Creative Ideas To Customize Your Yoga Mat
Doing yoga is a great way to exercise and meditate, which is why more and more people are becoming interested in it. It has great benefits like improving flexibility, strength, posture, breathing, and more. (1) To do yoga, a clean and comfortable surface will be necessary. This is why a yoga mat will be a great partner for anyone who likes to do all kinds of workout … [Read more...]
