by Lori Skerjanz | Oct 15, 2020 | YinStretches, Yoga
In the Hatha Yoga tradition, this pose is named Gomukhasana which translates to cow face pose. Many yoga postures are named from nature. When viewed from the front, the knees resemble the snout and the arms resemble the ears. In the YIN Practice, the pose is named...
by Lori Skerjanz | Oct 13, 2020 | RestorativeYoga, Yoga
RAVI helps you relax more in Side Lying Relaxation Pose Side Lying Relaxation Pose is also known as Savasana on the side and offers all the benefits of traditional Savasana with some extra components. Drawing in 1 or both knees can help relax the belly and aid...
by Lori Skerjanz | Oct 9, 2020 | Autism, Children, NotYoga
Comforting Children with Hugs Comforting Hugs are known to cause a release of a waterfall of happiness chemistry into the body. Weighted blanket are used for calming children in therapy situations as well as creating more happiness in their daily life. Hugs (real and...
by Lori Skerjanz | Oct 6, 2020 | StandingPoses, YinStretches, Yoga
Standing Forward Fold and The Heavy Roll Up Forward folds stretch the back body and invite the body to relax in and surrender. The sensation of stretch can be felt from the bottoms of the feet all the way along the back body to the base of the skull. Folds also...
by Lori Skerjanz | Oct 1, 2020 | RestorativeYoga, Yoga
Restorative bridge pose is a simple restorative yoga pose. The elevation of the hips allows the body to rest in a simple inversion, where the hips are higher than the heart and head. Inverting the body helps the lymphatic system work and helps to calm the nervous...
