A Yoga Practice for Strength and Resilience
by Gabrielle Marchese: We all have a well of inner strength and power available to us… […]
Awaken Interviews Ocean Robbins Pt 3 – Healing, Transformation, and Awakening
Donna Quesada: I would imagine that it needs to start in schools. What is the impediment to bringing this kind of education? […]
Never, Ever Give Up. Arthur’s Inspirational Transformation!
If this story can inspire someone you know, please share it with them! Arthur Boorman was a disabled veteran of the Gulf War for 15 years, and was told by his doctors that he would [...]
Exercise Can Enhance Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
by Nyu Lagone: Pancreatic cancer immune attack is enhanced by exercise… […]
Yin Yoga To Cool Anger, Frustration, And Jealousy
by Keri Mangis: Try this yin yoga sequence to cool down hot emotions before reacting impulsively. Then respond mindfully to life events… […]
Ujjayi Breathing: A Guide To Practicing Victorious Pranayama
by Susan Williams: Breath is an important part of yoga. Through your breath, you can learn to control and balance Prana, which is the vital life energy that exists in everything. Breath control techniques are [...]
Awaken Interviews Dr. Dean Ornish Pt 3 – From Fear Of Dying, To Joy Of Living
Donna Quesada: I think that is what is often lost when we approach healing is the spiritual aspect if you will. […]
Awaken Interviews Dr. Dean Ornish Pt 2 – What Is Good For Me Is Good For The Planet
Donna Quesada: You are speaking about an issue that is close to my heart. For those who might be listening and might not understand the connection between our personal diet and the world […]
Awaken Interviews Dr. Dean Ornish Pt 1 – Eat Well, Move More, Stress Less, Love More
Donna Quesada: Well, Dr. Ornish, it’s a pleasure to have you with us this morning and I just want to tell you how much we appreciate your time. […]
Here Are 10 Ways You Can Avoid Injury & Stay Safe While Practicing Yoga
by Rebecca James: Whether you practice yoga from home or in a class, it’s hard to know exactly what your limits are until an injury occurs… […]
Mobility Vs Flexibility: The Difference And 10 Tips To Achieve Both In Your Yoga Practice
by Olivia May: Improving range of motion is one benefit of having a regular yoga practice. When describing range of motion, there are a few terms used as descriptors. Two of these terms are “mobility” [...]
Feeling Dizzy When You Stand Up? Try These Muscle Techniques
by Peter Rogers: Scientists find two 30-second techniques that prevent dizziness upon standing. […]
Ashtanga Yoga Poses: A Beginner’s Guide To The Primary Series
by Alexandra Mackenzie: Ashtanga is a traditional style of yoga that can be broken into six series. […]
Abundance And The Vision Of Yoga
by Deepak Chopra: Success and abundance are desirable things, yet the path to achieving them, the path that has entered popular mythology, involves struggle, arduous work, competitive drive, stress, and if you want real riches… [...]
Consciousness In Motion: Walking With Awareness
by Roger Gabriel: The word meditation covers a wide list of activities and conjures up images ranging from yogis sitting in lonely mountain caves, to churchgoers in quiet contemplation or a kirtan group chanting sacred [...]
Steady the Mind and Calm the Nerves with Yogic Breathing
by Heidi Spear: One of the ways to support a healthy mind is to give it a break, and one of the best ways to give the mind a break is to practice breathwork… [...]
Awaken Interviews John Robbins Pt 3 – Whole Foods, Plant Based Diet
Donna Quesada: I’m on board, but I want to flesh out these questions that I’ve heard people ask. For example, […]
Build Strong Legs With These 10 Yoga Poses
by Teresa Adele: Many yoga poses require strong legs. Standing postures and balancing postures… […]
5 Stretches For A Long Plane Ride
by Julie Peters: Contorted into a plane seat? Here are a few (discreet) stretches you can do to keep your blood flowing, calm your nervous system, and release tightening muscles on a long plane ride… [...]
Abundance And The Vision Of Yoga
by Deepak Chopra™, M.D: Success and abundance are desirable things, yet the path to achieving them, the path that has entered popular mythology… […]
Moving Your Body Is Like a Tune-Up for Your Mind
by Kira M. Newman: If we want a healthy, happy mind, we need to move our body more, a new book explains. […]
How To Build Strength With Your Yoga Practice
by Kyle Shrivastava: When people think about yoga, strength isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind. But this doesn’t mean it can’t or shouldn’t be a part of your practice… […]
Yoga In The Snow
by Cynthia J. Drake: Warm your spirit this winter by taking your yoga practice outdoors… […]
Tools of Kundalini Yoga: Breath – Donna Quesada
by Donna Quesada: Your breath is what connects you to the present moment… […]
Always Cold? Practice This Warming Winter Yoga Sequence
by Samantha Maracic: Have you ever noticed your muscles feeling tighter in the winter? […]
Mastering the Spiritual Components of Your Core
by Dr. Bohdanna “Billie” Zazulak: I was mountain biking on the majestic fjords of Norway, during the time of the midnight sun. […]
Reset And Recharge: New Year Yoga Sequence
by Julie Peters: This gentle yoga practice supports digestive health and immune function to help you get back into the swing of things… […]
The Spiritual Meaning Of Pelvic Floor Pain
by Julie Peters: Pelvic floor pain can arise from physical dysfunction as well as blocked energy… […]
Awaken Interviews Dr. Dean Ornish #2 Pt 3 – The More You Change, The Better You Feel
Donna Quesada: If there was one single change… Is there one thing that’s more important than anything else between Eat Well, Move More, Stress Less, Love More? […]
Awaken Interviews Dr. Dean Ornish #2 Pt 2 – Reversing Aging On A Cellular Level
Dr. Dean Ornish: So, in the research that we do, we have Eat Well, Move More, Stress Less, Love More but the part the people have the most surprise about, is the Love More part. […]
What Is Super Brain Yoga? An Introductory Guide To Begin Your Practice Today
by Emma Morrison: Have you ever heard of Super Brain Yoga? If not, that’s okay! But if you’re looking to enhance your yoga practice, this is a great place to start… […]
Awaken Interviews Dr. Dean Ornish #2 Pt 1 – Awareness Is the First Step of Healing
Donna Quesada: Dr. Ornish, it’s a pleasure to have you with us again. I so enjoyed our last interview and I’m so happy to go deeper into your new book […]
Letting Your Yoga Dance: Find Joy Through Flow
by Emma Morrison: Yoga has many benefits. And there are many practices within yoga as well. But you might not be familiar with Let Your Yoga Dance… […]
Yoga For Sore Feet
by Julie Peters: Sore, achy feet affect your mood, not to mention cause pain to radiate to other areas of the body. Find relief for your feet by practicing yoga for sore feet… […]
4 Yoga Poses For Soft, Strong Hips
by Julie Peters: Tight hips can also mean an unhappy lower back. Try these four poses to soften and strengthen your hips… […]
Secrets of Yogic Breathing (Ujjayi Pranayam)
by Julie Peters: Ujjayi Pranayam means Breath of the Warrior… […]
Europe’s Most Walkable Cities
by Brooke Saward: Ever wanted to arrive in a city and rely on nothing more than your own two feet to get around from A to B? […]
Playing With the Clouds: The Foundations of Taoist Dream Practices
by Juan Li: The beginnings of dream practices in China are lost in the depths of antiquity… […]
7 Ways to Make Yoga Class A Self-Discovery Goldmine
by Kristen Fischer: Set an intention for your next yoga class to discover something new about yourself… […]
Pick Your Own Exercise Goals To Make Changes That Last
by Frank Otto-Penn: When people set their own exercise goals and then pursue them immediately, it’s more likely to result in positive lasting changes, according to a new study… […]
Why Bodybuilding At Age 93 Is A Great Idea: Charles Eugster At TEDxZurich
Of the recent changes that the human race has experienced, the increasing population numbers are especially dramatic and worrying […]
Learn All About the 4 Moon Phases, Plus a Yoga Practice For Each
by Katya Greer: The four moon phases affect us whether we realize it or not… […]
7,000 Steps A Day Can Dramatically Cut The Risk Of Premature Death In Middle-Aged Adults
Taking 7,000 steps a day during middle age can keep a person’s arteries healthy and reduce their risk of death by up to 70 percent, a new study concludes… […]
Green Fitness: How Outdoor Exercise Can Benefit You — And The Planet
by Ocean Robbins: And now, the least click-baity opening sentence in the history of the internet: Exercise is good for you… […]
Research Shows Regular Exercise, Even In Polluted Areas, Can Lower Risk Of Death
by (Sci Daily): Regular exercise, even performed in areas with air pollution, can reduce the risk of death from natural causes, according to new research in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal)… […]