I have a thing for mountains and water. Seeing mountains with homes studded into the hills like little jewels looking down on the ocean makes my spirit sing. This landscape is my happy place. It may have started when I …
How to Fix Foot Pain – Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a painful foot condition that is difficult to treat. If you’re one of the many people who’ve tried the usual recommendations of stretching, boots, and orthotics and still suffer, this five-minute video could be a game-changer. It’s…
When Not to Stretch
Most of us yogis espouse the idea that yoga can fix just about anything. Whether your ailment is physical, mental, or emotional, doing more yoga is the answer! While yoga is comprised of many components — including breathing, visualization, meditation,…
Got Back Pain?
Back pain is the number-one reason that Americans visit a doctor. We spend over $50 billion every year treating low-back pain alone¹ — and this is the amount reported through insurance and does not include alternative care or self-treatment. Much of this back pain…
Standing Forward Bends for People with Tight Hamstrings or Back Pain
A typical yoga class includes several forward bends to stretch the hamstrings and lengthen the spine, but they can present a lot of problems for people with back issues and tight hamstrings. Doing forward bends incorrectly can cause more pain. Often…