This is a Wheel pose variation that I like to practice when I feel like I need to stretch out my chest and shoulders. Much of the same benefits can be achieved in traditional Wheel pose, […]

This is a Wheel pose variation that I like to practice when I feel like I need to stretch out my chest and shoulders. Much of the same benefits can be achieved in traditional Wheel pose, […]
Dolphin pose is an interesting variation on Downward Facing Dog. Like Down Dog, it is a mild inversion, but in some aspects, it is more challenging than Down Dog. It takes some strength in the shoulders, arms […]
As I have shared before, I love Yin Yoga. It by far is my favorite style of yoga to practice and to teach because of the amazing benefits that stem from it. Practicing Yin regularly helps to […]
For tight hips, one of the best poses you can practice is Pigeon Pose. It stretches the inner thighs, groin, gluteal muscles, and opens up the hip joint. If you suffer from sciatic pain, this pose really […]
Being new to climbing, I’ve really been studying how different yoga poses can benefit your climbing game. There are a few that I have noticed to be beneficial to improving my climbing technique. I like to do […]
I picked some of these apples and grapes (pictured) from my family’s home in Utah this weekend, and to me, there is nothing better and nothing more rewarding than being able to eat homegrown, organic […]
This week, I spent some time in Colorado learning how to rock climb. Before this, I had climbed a teensy tiny bit outdoors and in the climbing gym, but not much aside from that so I […]
When I started practicing yoga years and years ago, I was most intimidated by inversions. They felt awkward to practice and I didn’t quite feel like I knew what the heck I was doing. Thankfully, throughout my […]
This is a straight-legged supported variation of Scorpion pose (Vrischikasana). I haven’t dared do this one without using a wall support. Kudos to those who can do it without. This is a challenging one and it’s easy […]
Upward Facing Bow or Wheel Pose is such a great asana to practice when you feel like you need a nice “stretch + strengthen” through the spine. This pose is a more advanced asana of […]