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Yoga and Somatics Practice for Shoulders and Upper Back

Many people suffer from chronic upper back and shoulder tension – I frequently see it in my private acupuncture practice! This tension has many causes, including excess computer work and stress. For example, when we’re stressed or anxious, our shoulders tend to rise and tense up. Simply spending some time ...
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Simple Exercises for Low Back Pain

In my private medical practice, lower back pain is one of the most common areas of discomfort I see. Many people will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. The cause of this pain can be mechanical, including vertebral disk problems, nerve issues, and degeneration, but the ...
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Restorative Yin Somatics for the Hips Yoga Class

This restful movement class leads you through a series of therapeutic movements on the floor designed to support the hips and legs. The slower mindful nature of the practice also supports awareness by giving space and time to sense and feel the more subtle aspects of body, mind, and heart. ...
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Yoga Practice for Kidney Qi

Yoga Sequence to Support Kidney Qi Within Chinese Medicine, the Kidneys are paired with the Urinary Bladder and are related to the water element. The Kidneys are sometimes referred to as the “Root of Life”, and are considered very important due to their impact on overall energy levels and stamina. ...
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Late Fall Self Care: The Season of Slowing and Rooting

The plants dive into the ground now, their deep roots growing beneath us, seeking nourishment from the mineral-rich soil below. This is the slowing and rooting of late fall. The mist has settled in the valley in my little corner of the world, my winter squash has been picked off ...
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10 min Yoga Practice for Legs and Back

Today’s simple and quiet yoga practice is done completely on the floor. This allows the body to rest while increasing circulation in the feet, legs, and hips. Take your time and allow your breath to soften and relax as you enter the poses. Remember – silence, space, and stillness can ...
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10 min Gentle Morning Yoga Wake Up

Good morning! Start your day with mindful movement! This 10-minute gentle morning yoga practice is a great practice for a quick wake-up in the morning or any time of day. It’s a gentle and well-rounded class that is suitable for most students. Remember – 10 min of practice is better ...
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Yoga Class for Beginners

This 30 min. yoga practice is a great place to start for beginners. In today’s practice aim to embody both stability and ease. This is a teaching from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, a foundational yogic text. 2.46 “sthira-sukham asanam” – Asana should be stable and comfortable. ~ Yoga Sutras ...
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15 Minute Gentle Morning Yoga Wake Up

Good morning! Start your day off right with movement and mindful breathing! This 15-minute gentle morning yoga practice is great for a wake-up in the morning or any time of day when you’re looking for some quick gentle movement. This class especially helps to open the side body and back ...
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15 Minute S.A.T.Y.A Yoga Practice

This short and sweet class introduces a few foundational movements that are a part of a somatic practice system called S.A.T.Y.A. (sensory awareness training for yoga attunement). These therapeutic movements are done on the floor, and are designed to create structural integration and somatic awareness. During S.A.T.Y.A., slow sliding/gliding movements ...
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