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Alignment

julie — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 22:50:15 +0000

Remember if you use the computer or text on your cell phone, be aware of your body alignment.
Your shoulders round out and your spine begins to curve. Try to pay special attention to your spine and line up your vertebrae one on top of the other.
This will give you perfect posture, reduce painful shoulders and help to minimize stress.

Feeling blue?

julie — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:40:34 +0000

Because there is less daylight during the winter months, depression can creep up on you.
Staying away from these feelings, can be very easy.

Do a few rounds of sun salutations and a few stretches.

Give yourself a few minutes to sit quietly and do some deep breathing.
Try to do all of this before your day starts and before it ends.
Namaste

I don’t practice yoga because I have no time.

julie — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 17:04:54 +0000

Unfortunately, I hear this more than I want to admit.

Here are some simple tips to doing some yoga, even when at the office.

Do some simple slow neck rotations. Start from the right side, making a circle with your chin and then go to the left.

Shoulder shrugs. Lift the shoulders to the ears and then slowly move down to the hips.

Interlace your hands and pull your arms forward. Think of making a huge circle with your arms.

Clasp your hands behing your head and pull your elbows back.

All of these are simple yoga stretches that can release stress, anxiety, and tension from your body.

And remember,

Breathe!

Namaste!

Your diet

julie — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 16:20:29 +0000

Yes that four letter word.

Is it necessary to become a vegan if I teach or practice yoga?

The answer is no. Try for one week, to eat just raw foods.

Nuts, vegetables and fruits.

Become aware of how you feel that week. Make your own decision and if you find it is too hard, then, maybe just practice this for yourself one week out of the month.

Nutrition and Yoga

julie — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 16:24:44 +0000

As some of you know, I went overboard in 2007 with my eating habits. Lots of sweets and high fat foods. Not only did I gain some weight, but my energy went down and I always felt tired.

From the beginning of the month, I decided to start eating cleaner. I turned to a few almonds for snacks and ate smaller portions with low fat content. I also substituted fruit for my sugar cravings!

I now have more energy and noticed how my clothes are fitting.

Try to change your diet up for a week and see how your body changes. Your ujjayi breathing will not be as stressful and the forward asanas will become easier to practice!