Aisling

Aisling is an Irish writer and journalist, whose all about leading a healthy, active life. She followed up her journalism degree by studying sports nutrition.

8 Energizing Yoga Poses for Beginners

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Most people think of relaxation and peace when they think of yoga. But did you know yoga can also energize you? There are many different energizing yoga poses that help calm you, but are also a workout and make you feel revitalized and alive. These poses are great to do as part of your morning yoga routine or when you hit your mid-day slump. They can also make for a fantastic practice when you are recovering from an illness or you’ve been feeing down in the dumps.

Why Do I Get a Headache After Yoga? How to Fix It

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The practice of yoga is designed to calm your mind and body. Categorized as a low impact exercise, yoga is still incredibly demanding on our muscles. The strength and balance required to perform and hold some poses is deceiving. A successful practice should leave you feeling refreshed, energized, and with improved mental clarity. Why then do some of us walk away with a throbbing headache? Rest assured, this is very common and is easily remedied.

Yoga and Fibromyalgia: Poses, Research, and More

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Yoga, a mind and body practice with over 5000 years of history and practice, has gained popularity over the last few decades. There is significant scientific evidence to suggest that yoga may have the ability to alleviate some of the pain associated with fibromyalgia. Yoga studios are popping up all over the country in even the smallest towns, making access to yoga easier than ever. It’s hard to ignore the benefits, particularly when you are suffering from the chronic pain of fibromyalgia.

What are Yoga Pants Made Of?

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Yoga is a trifecta of physical, spiritual, and mental disciplines. For thousands of years, people across the globe have been engaging in yoga sessions with certified yogis. The rise in popularity of yoga in the U.S and around the world has led to a clothing revolution.  Yoga pants are a lucrative business. Beginning in the …

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What is Buti Yoga?

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Yoga enthusiasts enjoy their usual fix of yoga activity to refresh themselves when handling stress. However, you don’t want to do the same routine every time.  Whether you’re an amateur or a beginner, you might want to change your yoga routine by trying something different from your regular yoga style. While some yoga classes focus …

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