30-minute Restorative Yoga for Lower Back and Hips

In this 30-minute restorative yoga class, I invite you to explore how the body feels. By tuning into the subtle sensations of the body, we're able to feel for what might be achy or sore and make adjustments that suit our needs right now. Maybe you need more support. Maybe you need to come out of the pose altogether. What does your body need right now to feel good?

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Four Ways to Use Yoga Blocks to Elevate Your Practice

Yoga props are not for beginners only. They’re tools used to provide support, find proper alignment, and build strength. In this blog post, I share four different ways to use yoga blocks to elevate your practice.

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Day 7 of Yoga for Beginners – Vinyasa Flow to Restorative Yoga

This 32-min yoga practice combines vinyasa flow with restorative yoga. We’ll spend the first 12-minutes getting excess energy out before moving into longer holds in resting postures. Grab two bed pillows, two blocks or two decorative pillows, and 1-2 blankets from around the house. I’ll meet you at the top of your mat.

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How We Define Success Negatively Impacts Our Sleep

Society defines success by the quantity of work we complete. We’re awarded for quantity over quality. This system or way of operating negatively impacts our wellbeing. When we find a balance between doing and being, our mind is calmer and our sleep improves.