Because I wasn’t diligent about doing the stretches I should be doing, my psoas muscle tightened up on me causing serious back pain. Specifically, when this happens, my L5 shifts and sometimes gets so bad it twists my pelvic bone. Basically the entire left side of my body gets all jacked up and I can barely walk. BACK PAIN 101 …
5 COMMON YOGA MISTAKES EVEN GURUS DO
Yoga’s become a really popular form of exercise in recent years, and can be done by people of all ages. It’s got obvious appeals – it doesn’t really require any specialist equipment, and it’s accessible to everyone, even those who are only just beginning their athletic journey. Of course, that’s not to say it’s easy – because it’s not. Here …
YOGA POSES FOR STRENGTH TRAINING
While it is still way underrated, yoga has a long list of physical and mental health benefits. It is a wonder people do not practice more often. But my hopes are to change this and inspire more people to perform this routine. Although I am a cardio-nerd and weightlifter at heart, I am too a yogi and proud of it. …
6 Ways to Improve Your Body Connection
Our mind and body are interconnected; to become genuinely grounded, connect with our higher selves, and anchor our minds into the present moment, we must first realize that balance is the key to a healthy lifestyle. Aiming for a balanced life is what makes us complete. Finding the sacred masculine and feminine connected within you is what awakens you. Living …
GOING BEYOND THE STRETCH | HEATHYR STANICS
SWEET INSPIRATION By Heathyr Marie Stanics “How did you get started in yoga?” “I’m not flexible at all. I can’t even touch my toes. Can I still do yoga?” “Can you give me instructional advice? I want to do what you’re doing, but don’t know where to start.” CURIOUS ABOUT YOGA These are all questions that are sent to …
5 TOP TIPS TO BUY WORKOUT CLOTHES
Investing in gym clothes can add up quickly between good shoes to run or lift in, leggings that are “squat proof” or a tank that will hold its seams for more than a few washes.
GET HOT AND INSPIRED WITH YOGA | MARY’S BLOG
September is National YOGA Month. So what does that mean? We do YOGA! HOT YOGA. Mary and the girls take you along on their Hot Yoga session in Mary’s newest blog!
FROM SETBACKS TO STRIDES | HEATHYR STANICS
It all started with a breakup.Now I know that’s not a positive way to start a bio, but I swear it gets good. In 2011 I split from my then fiancé, and as it neared it’s ugly end, I turned to food and alcohol for comfort, as many women do. I was eating fast food every day and drinking wine …