I created a new yoga routine that includes all my favorite hip flexor strengthening exercises because many of my yoga goals require hip flexor strength. I have tried enough routines to know which exercises yield the best results, and I couldn’t find a routine that put them all together. So here we have it in […]
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It’s time for a new middle splits routine! It includes my latest favorite stretches for the middle splits. I have been experimenting a lot since I started stretching for the splits in 2021 at 43! I learned that getting the middle splits takes much longer than the front splits. It requires time and dedication, including
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The following pancake stretch progression is my new favorite pancake routine. Scroll down for the follow-along video routine. Pancake Stretch for Beginners Before we get into my pancake stretch progression, I would like to discuss some key elements of the pancake stretch, like why you should do it, why it’s difficult, and what muscles are
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Today, we are uncovering some of the top 11 myths about yoga that may keep you from getting in the best shape of your life after 40. I started doing yoga at 43 and got my 500-HR Yoga Instructor certification at 45. I had acquired all kinds of misconceptions about yoga over the years, and
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How can you benefit from yoga for weight loss? In my experience, yoga works because it builds muscles, boosts your metabolism, and defines your waist for a flat belly. We will discuss each of these points. Then, I will give you my top 10 yoga poses for a flat belly with a complete follow-along yoga
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As you learn to headstand, you will learn so much more. You will grow in your practice on and off the mat. I had two primary goals when I started yoga at 43: doing the splits and learning to headstand (and handstand). Today, I share the best tips to help you learn to headstand as
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This yoga for energy flow includes 10 of my favorite energizing poses. I started yoga at 43; I knew nothing about it or any poses. All I knew was I wanted to become more flexible and work on getting my headstand and handstand. So, when I discovered backends, I was surprised to experience the quick
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You may ask why you include this Bird of Paradise yoga flow in your yoga practice. Because it is a gentle flow, it is perfect for warming up your body as you increase your overall flexibility, strength, and balance. Are you a beginner? Not to worry! I made this flow very accessible for beginners. As
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Today’s post is all about my favorite stretches for hip flexibility. Why Try These Stretches for Hip Flexibility After finding my front splits, I started experimenting with other aspects of flexibility training. I wanted to achieve overall flexibility to execute some challenging yoga poses, like the King Pigeon, the King Dancer, the Wheel, and the
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I love before and after pictures! I find them motivating and encouraging! Today, I will share my 1-year yoga transformation by sharing some before and after progress pictures. I will start by explaining what you can expect during your yoga journey and how to get the best results. Then, we will look at pictures of
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