Warrior III || Virabhadrasana TRI Vira || courage/hero Bhadra || blessed, auspicious/virtuous Primary Purpose of Warrior III || Strengthens the standing leg, stretches the hamstrings and out hip of standing leg, challenges balance, and stimulates proprioception Benefits of Warrior III Strengthens feet ankles knees quads back shoulders arms neck Stimulates circulation Develops concentration, coordination, balance, poise, strenght Demonstrates…
Warrior I || Virabhadrasana Eka Vira || courage Bhadra || blessed, auspicious Primary Purpose of Warrior I || Strengthen the legs, build heat in the body, and open the quadricep of the back leg Benefits of Warrior I Strengthens feet legs (quadriceps, hamstrings, psoas) buttocks (gluteus maximus) back (erector spinae) abdomen (rectus abdominus, obliques) shoulder (deltoids) arms (triceps)…
Cobra || Bhujangasana Bhujaga || a serpent, moving in curves Primary Purpose of Four Limb Staff Pose || Strengthens the back body and core while providing a spinal extension and decompression (variation pic) Benefits of Cobra Pose Strengthens legs (hamstrings) buttocks (gluteus maximus) arms (triceps) Stretches chest (pectoralis) abdomen (rectus abdominus) throat Stimulates circulation digestion the lymphatic system thyroid…
Aura Cleanse Clear your force field with this aura cleanse I learned from a virtual workshop with Kundalini teacher Simrit. I felt energized, clear and like I could take on the world after just two minutes of this practice. There’s science behind why this practice is so effective! This short and sweet exercise combines breath…
We’re Moving – Our Home In Oceanside CA It’s true – we’re moving! See my current home and the reason why we are moving. This shack by the beach was our first home in Southern California. We will miss it but we are moving even closer to the Pacific Ocean and we couldn’t be more…
Neural Adaptability – The Secret To Living Sugar Free Today I admit defeat, dust myself off again, and reach for an incredibly powerful tool that will aid me in reducing/eliminating (at least for a period of time) SUGAR from my diet. Sugar impacts the brain and body in a similar way addiction to alcohol, drugs and…
Brian Barnhart Jr April 27th is a VERY special day. An incredibly talented, kind, funny, adventurous human was born 35 years ago. To celebrate 35 years around the sun I chose 35 items from around the house and garage to give you a glimpse into Brian Barnhart Jr. Enjoy! Subscribe to his channel Funny As Fek DISCOVER…
Lateral Angle aka PARSVAKONASANA PARSVA || side KONA || angle Primary Purpose of Lateral Angle || is to strengthen the legs, build heat in the body, open the inner line of the front leg, and stretch the side body. Lateral Angle has many variations and is fun to explore after an adequate warm up. Benefits of Lateral…
Lake Wanaka South Island, New Zealand Come away with me on an adventure to Lake Wanaka, a very special place, located on the South Island in New Zealand. Whenever I encounter a breath taking place I hope to pause and capture it for you. Breath. Listen to natures dance. Enjoy.
CHAIR YOGA FOR BALANCE Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair or standing using a chair for support. This practice is a way to find mobility and balance in a gentle way. Explore yoga balance postures with the support of a chair while you’re at it improve…