Weight Training Matters as We Age …And Yes, That’s Coming From the Yoga Teacher!

As a yoga and mobility teacher, I spend my days helping people move better, feel better, and stay connected to their bodies. But today, I want to talk about something that might surprise you: why adding weight training to your routine is essential as you age-even if you love yoga as much as I do.

When it comes to living a long, vibrant life, the health of your hips-particularly the strength of your outer hip muscles-plays a crucial role. Whether your goal is to move with ease as you age, prevent falls, or embrace the longevity secrets of Blue Zone living, focusing on hip strength and mobility is essential.

Enhancing spinal flexibility is crucial for maintaining a healthy back, improving posture, and reducing the risk of injuries. Yoga is definitely a practice that can improve this with lots of backbends and chest-openers, but it is also something that should be practiced with care.

As we age, maintaining balance and longevity becomes a top priority. While many focus on core strength or cardiovascular health, the foundation of our stability lies in our feet, toes, and ankles. These often-overlooked body parts play a critical role in preventing falls, preserving mobility, and ensuring independence as we grow older. Here’s why prioritizing their health is essential—and how to do it.

As someone who's passionate about health and longevity, I've been on a casual, but nonetheless fascinating journey to lower my biological age. Thanks to regular testing with Function Health every six months, I've been able to track my progress and make informed decisions about my lifestyle. Today, I'm currently 16.1 years younger than my actual age – a testament, I believe, to the power of balanced living and intentional choices, without sacrificing the good life.

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The Longevity Trifecta: How Movement, Breath, and Sleep Work Together for a Longer Life

In our quest for a longer, healthier life, three key elements emerge as crucial pillars: movement, breath, and sleep. Let's explore how these interconnected factors contribute to longevity and how you can harness their power to add years to your life.

let’s explore why hip mobility for skiing is so important, how tight hips can lead to knee injuries, and which skiing hip exercises can help you loosen up and improve your performance.

One simple yet powerful tool I've incorporated into my teachings is the Sitting-Rising Test (SRT). This test, and the ability to get on and off the floor without using your hands, offers profound insights into your mobility, strength, and even your potential lifespan.

Skiing demands incredible physical strength, balance, and flexibility. By incorporating targeted yoga poses into your pre-ski training routine, you can dramatically improve your performance and reduce injury risk.

As a yoga and FRC trainer, I like to emphasize the importance of skiers incorporating Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) and specific knee exercises into the training routine. These techniques are game-changers for enhancing your performance on the slopes and reducing injury risk. Let's dive into why this approach is crucial for skiers and what you should be doing to prepare for the season.

Mobility and Stability are essential elements for skiers who wants maximize performance, prevent injuries, and enjoy a long, successful ski season.

In today's sedentary world, where many of us spend hours sitting at desks or in front of screens, hip mobility has become a crucial aspect of our overall health and fitness. The importance of maintaining flexible and mobile hips cannot be overstated, as it impacts everything from our daily activities to athletic performance. Let's dive into why hip mobility matters and how you can improve it.

Blue Zones are regions around the world where people live exceptionally long and healthy lives. These areas offer valuable insights into lifestyle factors that promote longevity and overall well-being. By understanding and adopting some of the principles from Blue Zones, we can potentially improve our own health and lifespan.

Embrace the Blue Zone lifestyle with movement and balance exercises for a long, healthy life. Discover the power of natural movement in daily routines now and move with longevity in mind

Yin yoga offers numerous benefits for mind and body, but those with hyper mobility should approach this practice with caution. Let's explore the advantages of yin yoga and why hyper mobile individuals may need to modify or avoid certain aspects of this style.

If you have attended classes with me, in real life or online, you will probably have heard me say “to skip Savasana, is like writing an essay and not click save”. 

But why? Isn’t Savasana just a waste of time? Im a busy human being with things to do and laying still is not productive. 

This is a classic western world idea; if you don’t look busy, you are not productive… stillness equals laziness. I wonder why we are a country full of stress-ridden anxious people?? ..