Are prerecorded yoga DVDs a sufficient replacement for a live class? Find out in this article by San Diego yoga teacher Tiffany V... Beginning a yoga practice in-home via DVD definitely has its appeal. But I'm here to let you know it's not the best way to start! If you can, I highly recommend working with an instructor, whether through an in-person class, or a live, online yoga class. The key here is live. Here's why... An Instructor Will Customize Your Practice An instructor will cus

The new year is well under way, and it's the perfect time to revisit those 2015 resolutions you made just a few short weeks ago. Whether you want to learn something new, organize your finances, or travel more this year, that initial process of setting goals and planning can leave you ready to tackle any challenges that come your way. But then, something changes. Maybe one day you skip a workout you had planned -- it's no big deal, you'll pick it back up tomorrow, right? But then another da

Kilito Chan / Moment / Getty Images Curious about inversion yoga? Learn how to do some of the essential poses in this guest post by San Diego teacher Tiffany V... Have you ever considered flipping your world upside down? We’re not talking about literally turning your life on its head. Instead, why not try something new and explore the benefits of inversion yoga?  An inversion is a yoga pose that turns the body upside down, where the head is below the heart. This can be done in many

Let's face it. If you're a mom, you live a busy life. Keeping up with family or professional commitments can be exhausting, and many moms feel like they have little time to spend on themselves. However, sneaking in the chance to treat yourself during your daily routine is both easy and important to do, because it can have a strong impact on your overall happiness and health. Check out these fun little ways to pamper yourself, whether you have five minutes to spare or 20.   Wi

Yoga for beginners doesn't need to be nerve-wracking! Find out how to prepare for your first class and what to expect in this guest post by San Diego teacher Tiffany V...   Perhaps you've heard everyone talking about all the benefits of yoga and how great they feel after doing it, and are interested in seeing what it’s all about--but as a beginner, you're nervous. You may be concerned that you're not flexible enough, that you'll embarrass yourself, or that other students will be ab

Confused by all the different classes offered at your yoga studio? Here's a quick guide to the different styles from San Diego teacher Tiffany V...   You may hear yogis (male practitioners) and yoginis (female practitioners) talking about the different types of yoga classes they attend and wonder what all these words mean: Hatha? Bikram? Ashtanga? Vinyasa? It’s all yoga! With its increased popularity, yoga has naturally transformed into several styles that each offers a spin on the

One of the great wordsmiths of the 2010s, Drake, hath famously said, "we started at the bottom now we here." But what about those days when you feel like you're still at the bottom? You know, those days when nothing seems to go right and you feel like you can't catch a break? Sounds like what you need is a pep talk! One of our favorite pick-me-ups for creative types is this Ira Glass quote, set beautifully to video by Vimeo user frohlocke. Give yourself 2 minutes to watch this video and shak

September is Self-Improvement Month, but why put off working on yourself until next September 1st? You can start your own month of radical self-improvement whenever you want! Here are 10 things you can do to make a positive, lasting change in your life. Try working toward at least one of these things every day for the next 30 days, and get ready to see some incredible changes in your life. 1. Write down your goals. What are the big things you want to accomplish in your life? If you had

wetcake / DigitalVision Vectors / Getty Images Posture can affect many different parts of your life, especially if you're using your body to learn how to sing, play an instrument, or exercise. Learn more in this article by New York teacher Nadia B... Perhaps you’ve been told by a friend or family member to stop slouching and stand up straight, in hopes of improving your posture. But what if we told you that even if you did just that, it wouldn’t necessarily fix your posture?  It

Do you feel anxious in social situations? Take a look at this helpful article from Odenton, MD Life Coach Vance L. to learn about overcoming social anxiety... So you're not the life of the party. In fact, you are never seen at the party. You have been called cold, aloof, self-centered, and many other things I'm sure. The truth is, you may have Social Anxiety Disorder. But you are not alone. Social anxiety - sometimes called social phobia - is very real and is pretty common. We're not ta