By Ann West This is part 1 of 3 part a series on Spinal Stabilization. Many people who suffer from back pain know that developing a strong, awake core is essential for spine health. But did you know that there are two layers of core muscles – an inner layer of stabilizing muscles that connect […]
Yoga & the Sacrum
The sacrum is a large, wedge shaped bone that sits at the base of our spine. It forms a strong foundation for the vertebrae above and is central to the structural bearing of our entire body. Sacrum anatomy Sacrum nerves How to locate your sacrum Sacrum pathology How yoga can help the sacrum Sacrum spiritual […]
Yoga for Core Strength and a Healthy Back
By Ann West Core facts & functions Our physical core is the collection of muscles, bones, fascia and organs located between the pelvic floor at the base of the trunk, and the diaphragm at the base of the ribcage. The term “core” usually refers to our core muscles, which wrap around the middle of the […]
Yoga for a Healthy Heart
“The way is not in the sky. The way is in the heart.” ~ Buddha According to yogic philosophy, the heart chakra is the seat of the soul and the center for compassion. A pure heart is held in high esteem. Through modern medicine we know that the heart is the center of the circulatory […]