15 min for Healthy, Happy Hips

15 min for Healthy, Happy Hips

It is true that we hold so much tension in the hips. That’s why most of my practices are focused on this area of the body, and those that aren’t still always include hip opening postures and options. These 7 poses will gently open and release the hips, to...
TLC for Hips, Hamstrings and Low Back

TLC for Hips, Hamstrings and Low Back

These delicious poses will help you release tension and increase flexibility in the lower body, particularly the hips, hamstrings and lower back. They are all done seated or reclined (except a transition through downward dog which can be skipped). No props are needed,...
Yin Yoga for Cancer Sign

Yin Yoga for Cancer Sign

Cancer is a water sign, which initiates feelings. It is also the sign of the nurturer, an open hearted emotional being, full of unconditional love. As such I felt like a gentle yin yoga class with heart opening along with some hip openers was the perfect fit. The...
7 Warm Up Stretches Pre Ride (or Run)

7 Warm Up Stretches Pre Ride (or Run)

I have been horseback riding more days than not over the last couple years, and man does it leave the body stiff and sore. To counter that I have added this set of stretches into my routine every day before I head to the barn. It is a short sequence that warms up the...
Hips Don’t Lie (7 Yoga Poses)

Hips Don’t Lie (7 Yoga Poses)

Ready to release the tension you have been holding in your hips? Don’t have much time to do it? Try these 7 poses this morning, or whenever you are feeling tight or sore in this area. They will also help to target the lower back, quads and hamstrings. No props...
Autumn Yoga for Hips, Hamstrings and Low Back

Autumn Yoga for Hips, Hamstrings and Low Back

As we enter the cooler season, welcome the changing colors, and slow down for Autumn – let’s release some tension from the lower body. These 7 deep stretches will get into the hips, hamstrings and lower back. They are a bit more intermediate in nature due...