Staying Active as We Age
Many people believe there are increased risks involved with physical activity and older age. While there are some precautions we should take, the reality is that inactivity will make us more dependent on other people for help, and increase our risk of falling as our muscles continue to get weaker. Here’s more on the importance of staying active from Loudoun Sports Therapy Center:
Got Menopause?
Many of my students are experiencing peri-menopause or menopause. Read how Mindfulness May Ease Menopausal Symptoms
Strengthen, Lengthen, and Reduce Pain in our Joints
Joint health is something that ALL ages need to be concerned about, not just older populations.
Read more here from my physical therapy partner, Loudoun Sports Therapy Center.
Got 60 Seconds? Here's a little loving kindness meditation for YOURSELF
Bring your attention to yourself – without any parameters or exceptions – you as you are in this moment.
With this awareness of you, repeat to yourself:
May I be at ease.
May I open to what arises.
May I know that I am enough.
May I love myself just as I am.
*thank you to Amanda Whiting and Shannon Crow for sharing with me!
Calming Playlists
Students frequently ask me the names of various songs that I play during class. Music can be so powerful! Here are links to a few of the playlists that I use during my classes. Enjoy!