Fitness

Selecting the Yoga Practice That's Right for You

With so many styles and benefits of yoga available, sorting out the yin from the yang and the power from restorative can be pretty daunting. Looking for a little guidance on finding the right fit for your first class? Here’s an overview of some of the benefits of yoga as well as the styles that will emphasize […]

Fitness

Ask an Expert: Planking Basics

I’ve been hearing a lot about the benefits of planking lately, but it intimidates me. Can you share some tips on how to ease my way into the exercise and different variations to get started? –Nicole Challenging most of the major muscle groups and requiring no equipment, planking is one exercise that can benefit nearly any […]

Wellness

Simple yoga moves for morning and evening

Nothing beats the energy of a group class coupled with the instruction of a knowledgeable teacher–but attending a daily yoga class is out of the question for most. However, just by investing a short block of time in the morning or evening, you’ll find that fitting in a short practice that will provide you with […]

Fitness

Ask an expert: Best morning and evening exercises

 Are there any good exercises to do right before bed to wind down the day or right when I get out of bed in the morning to get my day started? –Samantha When thinking about exercise before bedtime and as you start your day, it’s wise to focus on the purpose and how it will affect […]

Fitness

Women's Wellness Camp – Day 6, Outdoor Yoga & Swimming (September 23rd, 2011)

by Deborah Leedale-Brown, Lifestyle & High Performance Coach 7 Day Blog Series of the Inaugural Women’s Wellness Camp. DAY 6 – Outdoor Yoga & Swimming After Thursday’s restful afternoon the women were up, energized and ready for action. Our plan was to spend the day down in Boulder and we were starting the day off […]

Fitness

Women's Wellness Camp – Day 3, Hiking/Circuit/Yoga (September 20th, 2011)

by Deborah Leedale-Brown, Lifestyle & High Performance Coach 7 Day Blog Series of the Inaugural Women’s Wellness Camp. DAY 3 – Hiking the Bitterbrush Trail, Circuit Training & Yoga at Flatirons Athletic Club Our second full day and some of the women were definitely still acclimating to the altitude, especially with our lodging situated at […]