Sharing my Yoga Journey
I think one of the most important New Years Resolutions that we can make is taking better care of ourselves and our physical and emotional needs. We need to be our own best friends. It's integral to remember that when we are fulfilled inside, and attentive to our personal needs we are better, happier, more... Continue Reading →
There are many ways to use the wall in your yoga practice. A wall can be one of the best yoga props to strengthen and/or assist your practice. Typically, the wall is used to practice handstands as those can be scary practicing at first without the security of a wall behind you. However, I have... Continue Reading →
I recently posted an article on my Misha Jo Naturals website about a variety of mudras (yogic hand gestures) and their special significance. To read my article, visit https://mishajonaturals.com/yoga-mudras/ XO
Yoga is so great at developing back strength. Back strength is integral to maintaining and gaining strength in other areas of the body, as well. Certain yoga poses are good for increasing back strength. Specifically, cat cow pose, downward facing dog, upward facing dog, and triangle pose. Each of these poses has its own beautiful... Continue Reading →
Yoga can have a significant impact on your running style and your longevity as a runner. I have been running consistently for a LONG time and it was actually through a running injury that I found yoga. Since practicing yoga for about ten years now, I have seen exactly how a regular yoga practice... Continue Reading →
This past spring, I started my own skincare company where I make USDA Organic bath and body products. I have been wanting to start this business for quite some time and I'm so happy that it finally came to fruition. I am an attorney by profession, but I've always made my own natural products as... Continue Reading →
I recently wrote a post on my business website about the Healing Power of Nature. This topic has been on my mind lately as I wish more people realized the importance of spending time outside as it brings a plethora of benefits to the mind and body. Here is the link to my article https://mishajonaturals.com/the-healing-powers-of-nature/
The Heart Chakra is our fourth chakra and I like to think of it as the balancing chakra. It is the center point between the lower three more physical chakras and the upper three more spiritual chakras. The heart chakra lies is the core of our spirit. In yoga, many different pranayama or breathing exercises... Continue Reading →
In my previous post, I forgot to mention that a good preparatory pose for the freestanding yoga handstand is the L-shaped Handstand. This pose helps to strengthen your arms and core, but I think that its primary benefit is helping to give you the confidence to kick up into a freestanding handstand. This is a... Continue Reading →
