In my opinion, there is nothing worse than a bad night’s sleep.  Lately, I’ve found myself tossing and turning in the middle of the night, throwing off my comforter one minute and then pulling it up the other, and checking the clock to see how much time I have before morning.  There really is nothing more tiring than trying to fall asleep.  If you can relate, then this blog is for you. Today I’m sharing 3 restorative yoga poses you can do right before bed to bring your awareness to the present moment, slow down your nervous system, reduce your stress level, and get a better night’s sleep.  

You probably know exactly how it feels to be stuck in a thought loop for hours at a time, worrying about the past or thinking about the future, and not actually finding relief or resolve. It’s exhausting!  Thankfully there’s a way we can slow down our overthinking mind and reduce our anxiety - by moving!  Today I’m sharing 10 yoga poses you can do right now to bring your awareness to the present moment, slow down your nervous system and reduce your anxiety.  

And the best part?  No prior yoga experience is required!  If you can breathe, you can do these poses! 

According to WebMD, about 80% of Americans experience a back problem at some point in their lives. And, according to the Journal of American Osteopathic Association, Americans spend $100 billion each year on low back pain alone. Yikes. After teaching yoga for 20 years, I can also add that probably in 9 out of 10 classes I teach, at least one person (if not more) will share that they are experiencing low back pain. And, let’s just add that low back pain is no joke! I personally know what it feels like to be stuck on the living room floor, unable to move thanks to back spasms. But the good news is that there is something we can do about it. Today I’m sharing how you can improve or even eliminate your low back pain with awareness, self care and specific yoga postures designed to rebalance your muscles.

I don’t know about you, but occasionally I go through periods of time where I don't sleep well or at all. Sometimes it’s just one or two nights and other times it can be much more. And when this happens, I am a crank-pot. I’m less productive, I’m quick to snap at family and friends and I generally just feel more anxious about most of life’s worries. We all know how important it is to get a good night’s sleep, but we don’t always know what to do when you can’t seem to make it happen. And although I’m not a sleep expert, I have figured out a few tools to help me sleep better when these restless nights occur. And I want the same for you! Today I’m sharing my favorite yoga, mindfulness and general tips and tricks to help you get a better night’s sleep in order to improve your overall health.

The season of fall is a time of abundance, prosperity and maturity. As the heat and humidity of summer starts to subside, the days become shorter and the air becomes more crisp. We crave warming and comforting foods such as stews, soups and crock pot meals. We turn our ovens back on and start to bake more. Pie anyone? There is truly something magical about taking in the colors of the leaves and the smell of autumn while feeling the chill in the air. It is that time of the year when we start to accept change as we prepare for the bitter cold of winter.

The only problem is that autumn (and ultimately winter) can also mean being too cold, experiencing dry skin or feeling restless or anxious. Thankfully, like with the other seasons, there is something we can do to find more balance and grounded-ness in our lives. Here’s how to adjust your yoga practice during autumn with clarity and ease by applying ayurvedic principles to your regular practice.

I am the first to admit that I don’t really like moving.  If I had a choice, I would prefer to sit over pretty much anything else.  Napping is my favorite.  And, even after realizing all that, I know that I feel more balanced and at ease after I move my body in some way.  And that sitting with my thoughts sometimes just feeds my anxiety and makes things a bit worse.  

I also have friends that are constantly exercising, which can lead to physical pain, injury or an over stimulated mind.  These friends tend to avoid their anxiety by working out all the time.  

So how do we find the balance?  And why is moving so important anyway?  Today I’m sharing the importance of moving your body and how to find the right balance so that you feel confident to better manage your anxiety using your own movement routine.

Today I’m going to share why it’s important to warm up the joints and spine before any exercise or yoga practice and the 10 movements you can do daily to keep your body healthy and happy.