In easy poses, a little effort helps steady the mind and body, sthira, and in challenging poses, sukha, a little sweetness or ease helps sustain or even deepen a pose. Merrimack Valley Yoga Instructor Karen Kushner is quite comfortable on her hands.... No great surprise that adho mukha vrksasana (handstand) happens to be her
What do I do with the rest of my one wild and wonderful life? Stanford Professor Bill Burnett and Dave Evans believe that a joyful life is something we all have the capacity to achieve - regardless of our age or the vocation we may presently find ourself in. They have been sharing their secrets
It is by riding a bicycle that you learn the contours of a country best. Here in New England, we still have several weeks in which to inhale the great outdoors, not to mention the lush tapestry of fall. A fabulous way to take that all in is perched atop two wheels on a
Although it’s not a crowd pleaser, navasana truly should get the unsung hero award for all it does to strengthen the body. Navasana, boat pose, is never a fan favorite, which is why when I teach I try to disguise that the grand-daddy of core strengtheners is on deck. Yet, although it’s not a crowd pleaser,
"New beginnings, seeds planted and sprouting, self-awareness, warmer weather, phyto-nutrients; these are some of the things to look forward to in the spring season," so says Chef Allen Campbell, our BOSTON YOGA food guru. He also suggests that planning a 2-3 day raw fruit and vegetable fast to eliminate toxins and rejuvenate our organs can be
I really enjoy massages and fully understand their benefits, but the idea of spending an afternoon in mid-December doing that…. well that seemed nothing short of ludicrous! Let me clarify: I am busy and a Type A, which means I have lots of ideas, all of the time and I have the need to explore