Susan Dawson-Cook As Tucson temperatures rise to a thermometer-bursting 115 degrees, I know I’m not the only one trying to nudge a rebelling body into motion. The heat is draining. And sometimes, it can be downright dangerous. Several people have died in recent weeks hiking in this scorching heat with inadequate water. It’s important to…
Tag: yoga
Features, April 2017
Train and live for good posture
Susan Dawson-Cook Improving and maintaining optimal posture takes effort. When your body feels tired, gravity can quickly drag you into a slouch. Eventually, poor posture can become chronic. You can improve balance by changing your workouts and becoming more mindful about posture throughout your day. Adopting mom posture is very common after giving birth but…
Features, September 2016
Look inward instead of in the mirror
Susan Dawson-Cook Looking in mirrors is discouraged in yoga classes. In fact, most yoga studios have only walls and windows so there’s no temptation to look. By relying on body cues instead of reflections, students tend to perform appropriate movements for their bodies and avoid imitating others. Studying your reflection isn’t always constructive. One self-critical…
Features, June 2016
Yoga improves posture and balance
Susan Dawson-Cook If you’re seeking ways to improve balance and posture, practicing yoga can accomplish that and much more. Researchers say yoga can improve emotional and physical health in more than 38 different areas. If you’re shaking your head, convinced you’re too old to start yoga, please think again. A recent online article in Reader’s…
Clubs & Classes, October 2015
Yoga as a lifestyle and state of mind
Bridget Bonner There are many ways to describe yoga and its meaning. When practitioners are asked what their own definition is each would have a different answer and surprisingly each would be correct. Following are some of my own personal views, which I should mention actually grows and morphs as I continue to study and…