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Scoliosis: How to Manage a Curvy Spine
“How did I get this crooked?” Have you ever wondered this while looking in a mirror? Maybe you thought you were standing up straight, but then you notice from photos that you actually lean to one side. Your... Read more
Yoga With Weights for Healthy Aging
As the birthdays roll by, from your early 30s, your muscles start to lose strength and mass. In general, it is a loss of just under one percent per year until your 60s, when the loss accelerates a little... Read more
8 Steps to a Targeted Yoga Practice for Osteoporosis
Some months ago, I met with a new student who’s been recently diagnosed with osteoporosis. She had scheduled a private yoga session to discuss her course of action. From our first conversation, it became... Read moreFeatured Courses
While millions of Americans suffer from pain in the low back and pelvis, many back and hip issues are actually the result of sacroiliac instability (SI), i.e. an imbalance in the sacroiliac joint, which often goes undiagnosed or is improperly treated. Alarmingly, yoga practitioners appear to...Read more
Hip openers are among the most satisfying and powerful yoga poses. They hold a tremendous potential for transformation; they can help us release deep-seated tension and trauma of the past, which many of us hold locked in the hip area. When practiced correctly, hip openers are a great way to soothe...Read more
Yoga is more popular than ever, but as yoga has become a household word, has it also become a mile wide and an inch deep? Are we missing out on the essence of yoga, even as the practice has become a household word? What can we do to capture the deepest aspects of yoga and integrate these into our...Read more
Most people know the importance of core strengthening for health and long-term well-being, but the pelvic floor is an important group of core muscles, which tend to get ignored. “The torso is like a tote bag for your organs,” says Leslie Howard, a Bay area yoga teacher who conducts workshops...Read more
Losing Height Could Put You at Higher Risk for Fractures
By the time most people reach middle age, a curious phenomenon will happen: They start growing down! Yes, most people slowly lose height as they get older. For many, by the time . they reach their mid-50’s, they might have lost about .5 to 1 inch in of height, in some cases, even more. Read more
Yoga U Presenter Loren Fishman Featured in the New York Times
Dr. Loren Fishman, a regular contributor to YogaUOnline is gaining national attention for his work using yoga as therapy for patients with orthopedic problems. Dr. Fishman was recently profiled by New York... Read more
The Do’s and Don’ts of Yoga for Osteoporosis
Yoga for osteoporosis is an excellent way to strengthen thinning bones, but make sure you adhere to the following guidelines for safe practice. Read more
New Book Casts Light on How Yoga Prevents Osteoporosis
For everyone who has ever wondered: can yoga help with osteoporosis prevention —and if so, how? There's finally a book out that definitively answers the question. A Natural Treatment for Osteoporosis Co-... Read more
Yoga for the Back: Improving Posture Can Improve Your Long-term Health
Your posture influences the alignment of the spine and thereby the overall health of your body. Read more
Which Are the Best Yoga Poses for High Blood Pressure and Which Should You Avoid?
Yoga can be a very beneficial therapy for controlling and lowering high blood pressure naturally. The gentle, soothing practice of yoga asanas settles both mind and body and reduces stress—a leading cause of hypertension. Read more