7 Passive Poses to Release Hip, Legs and Lower Back Tension

7 Passive Poses to Release Hip, Legs and Lower Back Tension

The hips hold so many types of tension. Both physical and emotional. After a busy period of time like the holidays, it is normal to feel very tight in this area. And if you could use some releasing of whatever is being stored there, give these 7 poses a try. Hold each...
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,...
Stretching Routine for Front Splits

Stretching Routine for Front Splits

We all have our strengths and weaknesses. And for me a weakness has always been hamstring flexibility. Which has in turn halted my ability to achieve front splits. Recently I decided I wanted to focus on achieving this goal pose and prepping with stretching the...
5 Yin Yoga Poses to Melt Tension Away

5 Yin Yoga Poses to Melt Tension Away

In need of a little relax, release and let go as we enter into this end of year time? Give these 5 yin yoga poses a try. Take your time settling into each pose, finding your edge. Then resolve to be still and hold the pose for about 5 minutes. You will want to have 1...
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...