Healthy and Inspired Living
Last month the Government of Canada became the first jurisdiction to classify bisphenol A (BPA) – a chemical found in the lining of food cans and some plastics – as a toxic substance. This comes after a four-year study and two years of public feedback following the ban on selling baby bottles containing the substance… [Read Full Story]
Practicing backbends is integral to maintaining height and good posture while one ages. The purpose of backbends has very little to do with your back – which is ironic given that is where the pinch and ache is felt later on if wheel, camel, or even bridge pose, are approached too aggressively. The goal of… [Read Full Story]
Yoga is proven to have a significant impact on managing the symptoms of fibromyalgia patients. Research conducted at Oregon Health and Science University indicates that a regular practice of Hatha yoga, combined with meditation, breathing exercises and the development of coping skills, relieves the severity of the widespread pain associated with fibromyalgia. Though it is… [Read Full Story]
And then the rains came. Somehow we jumped from sweltering Summer days to Fall colours on trees and grey skies. The change in weather brings new smells, temperatures and overall mood. And while many are already grieving the Sun’s demise, darker times offer a great opportunity within a yoga practice to address your innate human… [Read Full Story]
Embody the power of Shiva in Warrior II (Virabhadrasana), and meet conflicts in life with the confidence to persevere. Warrior II is a standing, strengthening pose that works the muscles of your lower body while sharpening the will of your mind. While relying upon a strong base in this position, it’s easy to succumb to… [Read Full Story]
The return of school means the return of routine. This can be great in regards to solidifying a daily spot for your yoga or workout session, but it can also provide opportunity to make excuses. If you’re returning to classes, this might mean being a bit more flexible as to accommodate your new timetable. And… [Read Full Story]
Tree Pose (Vrksasana) improves balance and flexibility, while also encouraging you to lighten up a bit. Something very important to remember when losing your balance in Tree Pose and sans the gentlest breeze: Trees have roots. A tree grows both upwards and downwards from the ground, thus creating a supportive base from which to sprout.… [Read Full Story]
The relationship between yoga and sex runs much deeper than tiny moisture-wicking briefs and push-up bra tops. Yogis have long honoured sexual expression, pleasure and control within their practice. The Root Chakra (Muladhara) is one of the seven main energy channels as described in traditional Indian medicine and is located at our base between the… [Read Full Story]
You’ve finally made a commitment to your yoga practice. You found a studio in which you feel comfortable, an instructor who really speaks to you and a mat with the perfect stickiness. You have structured your entire weekday schedule to accommodate your three favourite classes. Congratulations, now let it all go. The Buddhist aspiration of… [Read Full Story]
It might be difficult to fathom, but at one time yoga was done sans mat. It was even done in varying temperatures. I know – your mind is blown, right? Yoga has definitely evolved over time, and new forms such as Bikram’s, Anusara and Yin are reshaping the way we practice. And while purists might… [Read Full Story]
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