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Pain and the Brain

Most of us will have to deal with persistent pain at some point in our lives. Feeling pain is a part of being human. Yoga gives us some...

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Easy Flows for Pain Relief

To keep my joints moving with ease and pain free, I love practicing and teaching flows. A yoga flow (often called vinyasa) is a practice...

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Health of the Spine

The spine is the central structure of our body, and its health is essential for maintaining mobility in the body. Different areas of the...

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Inner Resource

What makes us resilient? When life throws at us more than our share of challenges, how do we stay grounded? Beyond keeping our bodies...

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iRest Yoga Nidra Meditation

Did you know that there is a form of mindfulness meditation that will benefit you even if you fall asleep while practicing it? This form...

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What is Yoga Therapy?

Yoga is the most sought-out and widely practiced form of complementary healthcare. From gyms to schools, to hospitals, you can find a...

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Stretch? Or Strengthen??

Your hips feel sore and tight. You need to stretch them out, right? Well, not so fast! The tightness you are experiencing may be caused...

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Purvottanasana: Being with Discomfort

By Tobi Dannemiller Look... I’m not saying that I don’t love yoga.. I do. Really. But during the practice, I sometimes don’t like yoga!...

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The Healing Power of Sound Vibration

By Asya Haikin Babies are soothed by the sound of mother’s heartbeat or a lullaby. We find certain sounds relaxing, like gentle sound of...

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Ask the Expert

Listen to Asya's interview about Yoga Therapy on Ask the Expert Podcast with Justin Flinner of @mymetromedicine....

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Why see a yoga therapist?

Today over fifteen million Americans regularly practice yoga. It is easy to find a yoga class to fit your needs and your schedule. Why go...

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