Strength training is amazing for not only your body, but also your mind. As you age, it becomes more important to maintain muscle mass and to strengthen your bones. Even though many people know this, getting out the door is still difficult because barriers arise. So what is a barrier and how do we overcome them? Read to learn some tips!
When first starting off, it's great to begin with exercises that are safe, effective, & target multiple muscle groups. You want to make sure that when working out during the week (for example), you choose exercises that are squats, pushes, pulls, lunges, core, and hinges.
When starting off with using dumbbells in Strength Training, it can be a little intimidating, especially if he’s never used them before. They are free standing and not held in balance with a machine so what do you do with them? Here are some great tips to get started!
Setting fitness goals as a beginner can be difficult. The problem is that a lot of times, either there's no actions to get to the goal, or the goals are unrealistic. Here's some tips to help you start setting your fitness goals.
Working out is hard! Especially when you haven't started or done it in a while. It can take a lot to get you motivated to get started. Sometimes people work out for weight loss, health, the doctor told them to, change of mindset, and many more. What's important is that you focus on the mindset that you have towards working out.
Life is a journey and you always have to re-evaluate it if something is off. If you've (like me) been struggling with finding your dharma (life's purpose) read on! I've been very introspective (& MIA) these last couple of months, and getting closer to finding it! Also, I'm so excited to be back to doing what I love! In this post, you'll also find a short cool down flow after working out. It is great for the hips, legs, and lower back. Have a great week!!
I'm one that doesn't have tons of time to sit and do a 30 min or more meditation. Therefore, I wanted to make this meditation quick, simple, but satisfying. I hope you like it and it brings relaxation to your day!
The warm-up flow is for all levels and no equipment needed, unless you would like to use a block in some of the poses. It's great if you need to get yourself moving in the morning, or right before a work-out session to get your body warmed up and ready to go!
Like many, I struggled when I reached 40. I re-evaluated my life and thought "that's it? Are my best years behind me?". Does everything go downhill from here because I have like 20 years left (LOL! I know...I was being SUPER dramatic). Check out what I'm doing to get out of that negative self-talk and find my passion!
Interested in tarot and small ways to integrate it into yoga? Come check out my Yoga and Tarot Workshop! It starts with an hour presentation talking about the tarot and then ends with a grounding sequence integrating it. This was my final 300 YTT project and I am SUPER excited as to how it turned out! Come check it out!
This year, I decided to get myself on track! I researched a lot of planners, and bought the Commit 30 planner. Read this post to see all of the pros/cons of this planner!
After talking to a couple friends, a common request seemed to be a sequence for tight hamstrings. I took that as a challenge, and came up with a sequence!! After a couple tries, I came up with one I like! This is a great yoga flow for runners, or anyone that suffers from tight hamstrings. After doing this flow a couple of times, I'm sure your hamstrings will definitely be feeling happy!!
I can't believe it's been so long! I am excited about this post because it deals with not only yoga, but the myths behind the asanas! For part of my 300 YTT, I had to write and record a flow showing the myth of one of the asanas we learned. I chose the Virabhadrasana (Warrior) series! Click on the link to find out more and to practice my Strong Warrior Flow.
I’m so excited to bring you this video. It’s a Morning Rejuvenating Flow to get you started for the day. It’s appropriate for all levels, and it’s more like a slow flow. I’m also ecstatic to be using the music from DJ Taz Rashid in my video. If you love his music as much as I do, check out my affiliate links!
I put this sequence together with the mindset that I wanted students to feel like they got a good workout, but also wanted to integrate some mindfulness into it. There's pranayama and a short meditation (with Affirmation) from Mudras by Gertrud Hirschi. Hope you enjoy it!
Happy Wednesday everyone! Hope everyone is doing well. I've been slacking a little on my class posts. I've been in a little funk, so I didn't do as much as I should have. Just taking it one day at a time! 🙂 Two weeks ago, I taught a Heart Opening Flow! In this class, I did a lot of chest openers to get us started and peaked with Ustrasana-Camel Pose. I give lots of modifications to get into the peak pose. It's appropriate for all levels. If you’re interested in this Vinyasa flow, come check it out! (link in profile) Have a healthy, safe, and marvelous week!!
Happy Thursday everyone! Hope everyone is doing well. In this post, I talk about Tadasana, and how It’s quickly become one of my favorite poses. When I first started doing yoga, I didn't think much about the pose. Head over to my post to learn why Tadasana has become my favorite and how to do it properly to feel grounded. Have a healthy, safe, and marvelous week!!
In the beginning of the year, I challenged myself to do the Alphabet Reading Challenge. So far, I am reading 3 books, and finally finished one of them and wanted to do a little write-up! I am currently taking an Ayurveda Certification course through the Yoga and Ayurveda Center. Part of the Practicum was to write a Lifestyle, Nutrition, and Yoga plan for each of the 3 Doshas.
Hi Everyone! Last week I taught a Beginners Flow, and it went great! As you know, I'm a fourth grade teacher, so my "teacher mode" took over as I explained the basic poses to the students. I'm hopeful I did not talk too much, but received wonderful feedback. I appreciate everyone that was able to join me, but also appreciate YOU for taking the time out for yourself and doing my class!
I am so excited to be publishing my first ever yoga video teaching on YouTube! If you suffer from morning stiffness like me, this is a great flow to get your body warmed up! This world needs more yoga and yoga philosophy right now, so come join me! Paz y luz.
Another week gone by! Hope everyone is doing well. I wanted to share this week the self-practice that I do (almost) everyday.
I've been learning so much in my yoga training that I wanted to share some of my favorite props and different ways to use them!
Who knew that practicing yoga could cause some safety concerns. I have been learning so much this week about safety and yoga and wanted to provide some information about what to look for. Head over for a great read!!
Welp!! Continuing the social distancing and about to go nuts!! The weather here in Texas has not been the greatest. It's been raining a lot here and there! Cloudy and gloomy to go along with the recent mood. However, keeping myself busy has helped tremendously! Continuing my teacher training I've been moving along with this.… Continue reading Self Practice and Handstands
Another uneasy week continues. I have found neat sites to sign up for online classes and books to read! I also created a log on my page for those that want suggestions on books to read. It doesn't have many now, but I plan to keep it updated as I finish a book. Head over to my blog to find out more!
Working Out Teacher Training Crochet My quick thoughts on this changing world.... Welcome back! Gotta tell you, it's been a weird week (as I'm sure for everyone)! I left the Wednesday before our Spring Break to chaperone my son's field trip, and never would I have thought I wouldn't be going back to work. I… Continue reading Life Changes in this Crazy World!
Teacher Training Workout Crochet What I decided with my Yoga Teacher Training Alright ya'll, I have such exciting news!! After last week's post, I diligently searched for yoga schools that would be a good fit for me. I did go the online training route, because that's what's best for me right now, and honestly, with… Continue reading Yoga Training and beyond!
Today, I talk about my dilemma about choosing a yoga teacher training, my steps to strength training, and my next crochet project.
Welp, I finally did it!! I've been wanting to start a blog for YEARSSSSSS, but negative thoughts always creeped in my head! I always thought: I'm not good enough! What a stupid idea! I have no clue what topic to do it on! I have so many passions and loves, I could never cement what… Continue reading Welcome to my FIRST post!!!
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