Category Archives: benefits of yoga

Mindfulness, yoga, and athletes

Posted on July 6, 2015 by 4yoga

In the last few weeks, several news outlets have run stories about the ways that mindfulness can assist athletes.  On Point featured an interview with George Mumford, author of The Mindful Athlete:  Secrets to Pure Performance, that highlighted his work … Continue reading →

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“Text Neck”: what it is, how to avoid it

Posted on June 30, 2015 by 4yoga

In the Gentle class this morning, Frances mentioned having seen a recent Good Morning America story on “text neck.”  The story illustrates how neck pain and injuries can result from looking down at screens for hours a day and emphasizes … Continue reading →

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July 2015 focus and class schedule

Posted on June 29, 2015 by 4yoga

Water. It seems that some places are getting too much and other places aren’t getting enough. Statistics show that the Pacific Ocean temperature is rising, and, as a result, the jet stream is shifting. Places that used to be dry … Continue reading →

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Restorative class: Fri., June 26 and Sundays in July

Posted on June 25, 2015 by 4yoga

Many yoga students are already aware of the substantial benefits of Restorative yoga to relax and calm both the body and the mind.  (Yoga Journal weighs in on why everyone needs this style of yoga during winter, but the information about having … Continue reading →

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Tao Porchon-Lynch: still teaching yoga and dancing at 96!

Posted on June 22, 2015 by 4yoga

If you watch America’s Got Talent, you may already be familiar with 96-year-old ballroom dancer, Tao Porchon-Lynch, who took up dance at age 87.  If not, here is a video of one of her recent amazing performances with her 26-year-old … Continue reading →

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Frances learns more about low back health in workshop

Posted on June 8, 2015 by 4yoga

In May, Frances attended a two-hour workshop led by Kevin Wheet from Memphis, Tn., dealing with ways to overcome back pain with yoga.  The workshop emphasized details of the psoas, the pesky muscle that causes many of us lower back … Continue reading →

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June 2015 focus and class schedule

Posted on June 1, 2015 by 4yoga

Will summer ever arrive this year? We have recently been witness to extreme weather conditions all over the world. Weather experts attribute this to the warming of the Pacific Ocean which, in turn, moves the jet stream and creates shifts … Continue reading →

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March 2015 focus and class schedule

Posted on February 27, 2015 by 4yoga

Wake up, little seed! Usually the month of March in Bowling Green is characterized by rapidly rising daily temps, although with the recent uncharacteristic shot of winter, it may be hard to believe! Wake up, yogis and yoginis! Realize that … Continue reading →

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Restorative yoga class this Friday (12/12) @ 5:30 p.m.

Posted on December 10, 2014 by 4yoga

Do you feel rushed or anxious at this time of year?  If so, perhaps a restorative yoga class is just what you need, and Susan Polk is offering one this Friday, Dec. 12, at 5:30 p.m.  About this style of … Continue reading →

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November 2014 class schedule and focus

Posted on October 31, 2014 by 4yoga

“On a bare branch / a crow has settled / autumn dusk.” — Haiku by Matsuo Basho This month we reframe our use of time to adapt to the shorter days with the “fall back” time change. Perhaps you can … Continue reading →

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