We generally think of sitting as a static activity, and recently popular research has highlighted the potential harms of sitting, telling us that it could literally take years off our lives. If this is indeed true, it would be wise to learn to sit in a way that is better for us. Moshe Feldenkrais considered…
Feldenkrais is a method of movement that uses very subtle, sometimes imperceptible or even imaginary gestures to rewire the brain in profound ways. It is a healing modality and is used by performance artists and athletes to enhance performance. Feldenkrais is widely recognized among today’s neuroscientists as being ahead of the curve in his understanding…
What You’ll Learn: Basic Anatomy of the Back and Neck Common causes of joint pain and injury Common back and neck diagnoses Yoga poses to help reduce joint pain and prevent injury Benefits: + Reduce back and neck pain + Learn yoga poses and tools to safely decrease pain + Gain a better understanding of…
There is power in our words. The energy within words we say to ourselves and others has an effect, and affects us more than we may be aware of. What if we use that power to our benefit? How many times have you said to yourself or heard someone say “What if….” followed by some…
When it comes to improving our yoga practice there is nothing more important than actually practicing. Head stands, hand stands and deeper poses (all while maintaining a calm mind and steady breath!) require courage, patience and focus. It does not come easily and does not come quickly. It requires dedication and perseverance. It requires muscles…
And why this will help your health! A personal boundary is an energetic line in the sand. It communicates to the world, “Here I am, and this is my limit.” It is a soft separation between your own energy and the energy of those around you. Maintaining that boundary is not to be confused with…
Expert Advice for New and Expectant Moms by Women’s Health Physical Therapists When: Thursday, November 19th from 6-7:30pm Where: Shift Integrative Medicine 95 University Place, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10003 Topics Include: Yoga and Pilates for New and Expectant Moms Diastasis Recti and Core Strengthening Postural and Ergonomic Education Pelvic Floor Health Wear…