Smile when you Practice!

  I taught a private yoga session to a woman recently that was just starting a yoga practice. She was interested in getting into shape and felt that yoga would be a helpful tool. She came to the mat with a bit of self-taught yoga experience but wanted to learn...

Holiday Gifts from the Heart

  Around this time of year, everyone starts wondering what they’re going to buy loved ones and friends for the holidays. Whatever holiday you celebrate, it’s a time to recognize the special people in your life. It can be stressful though, especially when you...

The memory of yoga lies within you

  The other day, I was listening to the news and they were talking about Gabrielle Giffords’ recovery. Dr. Sanjay Gupta was offering his comments on a video of her. In it, she was singing, “Girls just wanna have Fun,” full on, all out, her head swinging...

Why Alignment Matters

  I work with a lot of rowers and in my time with them, I’m always thrilled when we do different yoga poses and they comment on how the pose would be helpful for rowing. Yoga has a wonderful way of being applicable to many different activities; rowing, running,...