Yoga Medicine News

  By Thrive Global. When you have the opportunity to ask some of the most interesting people in the world about their lives, sometimes the most fascinating answers come from the simplest questions. The Thrive Questionnaire is an ongoing series that gives an intimate look inside the lives of some of the world’s most successful people. Thrive Global (TG): What’s the first thing […]

The idea of a meditation practice sounds great. After all, science has shown that meditation offers tons of benefits for your brain and your body, from lower blood pressure to a better mood. But committing to it on a regular basis is harder than it sounds.One thing that always trips us up? It can be tricky to find just the right (distraction-free) meditation

With the warmer weather and longer days, summer is a popular time to put your running shoes back on. The sweet smell in the air and warm sun on your skin draws you outdoors, and with the endorphin kick you get from running, it’s easy to push your body further than what it’s ready for. However,

  By Jenni Tarma. Shoulder Mobility through Scapular Stability We tend to think of mobility and stability as opposing ends of the spectrum: increased strength comes at the cost of flexibility, and vice versa. Similarly, we typically associate strong muscles with tightness, as per the stereotypical, muscle-bound athlete who can’t touch her toes. While there

By Kristen Fischer. We hear the word mindfulness just about everywhere these days. But what does it really mean to be mindful, and how can you practice mindfulness to boost your personal and professional life? Being more mindful has many perks. A recent study found that being part of a group that practices mindfulness is just as useful

By Emily Monaco. Adaptogens are a unique class of herbs and roots that decrease the effects of hormones and other compounds that are released into the body in times of stress, such as kinase, nitric oxide, and cortisol. Since the effects of these compounds can improve health, lessen fatigue, and generally improve wellbeing, it’s no

Tiffany Cruikshank is a renowned yoga, meditation, and wellness expert, and the founder of Yoga Medicine, an international resource of teachers trained in the fusion of yoga with anatomy and physiology. Tiffany currently lives in Seattle, Washington. What is your morning routine? My sleep is precious, so when I’m not on the road working, I usually let myself sleep

By Samantha Lefave for Fitness Magazine. Whether you’re a regular yogi or someone who struggles to remember to stretch, flexibility is a key component of a well-rounded fitness routine. So it’s important to squeeze it in. That said, everyone’s range differs. “Different people have different bone structures, so nobody is going to feel the same

By Valerie Knopik for Yoga Digest. When I first started to practice yoga over 20 years ago, it was for the physical practice. As my practice matured, I stepped onto my mat not only for the physical connection but also because it soothed me – mentally, spiritually, and emotionally. It brought me to a peaceful

By Kristi Pahr for Green Matters. Recent studies have shown that today’s kids are more stressed than many parents realize. According to the American Psychological Association’s Stress in America research, “Children age 8 to 17 say they worry about doing well in school, getting into good colleges and their family’s finances. They also report suffering