February 24, 2010 by: Kiersten Mooney
The heart is essential for the function of our physical body as well as emotional. A block in the heart via arterial wall buildup will eventually cause a closing and shutting down of the heart. Likewise, when we have an emotional blockage in the heart, the energy gets blocked and the flow of ...Read More
January 28, 2010 by: Michelle Ploog
While teaching a yoga class Monday night I found myself concentrating on backbends. There is an appropriate backbend for every body to feel energized and refreshed! While extending backward the chest opens and increases lung capacity for deeper breathing while simultaneously stimulating the nervous system giving an overall sense of liveliness. I love all the ...Read More
December 22, 2009 by: Kiersten Mooney
There is no room for you and your ego on your yoga mat.
We have a sign as you walk into the studio that says “Please leave your outer soles here and enter with your inner soul” This has several meanings; please remove your shoes before entering as well as leave anything that doesn’t serve ...Read More
October 6, 2009 by: Michelle Ploog
Some people see chair pose as a pose of willpower, when in essence it is not a pose to push through, but a pose to allow concepts of difficulty and struggle to melt away in. The sensation of strength that comes from chair pose can be energizing and empowering.
Benefits
Increases circulation in the legs
Develops strength and ...Read More
October 5, 2009 by: Michelle Ploog
One of the most commonly seen yoga poses, tree pose, is popular for a good reason. It requires stability and grounding of the feet and legs as well as lightness and elongation of the upper body. Balancing poses show you the state of your mind. If you can become completely present and focused in tree ...Read More