by nblackwood | May 2, 2020 |
There’s never been a more important moment to take hold of the wisdom teachings of yoga to find strength, hope, and resilience. Indeed, the yogic teachings are specifically designed to offer guidance, provide solace, and bring meaning to times of uncertainty and...
by nblackwood | Apr 9, 2020 |
Join Maria in this 30-minute lower body focused Chair Yoga class. No experience required. All you need is yourself and a chair. A compliment to this practice is this Upper Body Chair Yoga practice with Megan. If you are interested in joining our weekly classes, see...
by nblackwood | Feb 23, 2020 |
Each week in our prenatal classes, Nicole introduces a different pregnancy and/or birth education topic and weaves the theme through the practice. One of these topics is baby positioning and this 13-minute prenatal yoga video includes floor-based postures and...
by nblackwood | Feb 23, 2020 |
Enjoy more spaciousness and freedom in your chest, neck, shoulders, and spine with these chair-based upper body movements suitable for EVERY BODY. Also, check out this Lower Body Chair Yoga class to compliment this practice....
by nblackwood | Jan 3, 2020 |
Happy 2020! Thanks so much for choosing to be here. Even if you’re not able to read every email or attend classes at our studio, I am deeply grateful for your presence in our community. For me, a new year feels fresh with so many possibilities. It’s easy...
by nblackwood | Nov 1, 2019 |
Extended Exhale by Nicole Blackwood http://nicoleblackwood.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Extended-Exhale.m4a This breathing technique guides you towards gradually extending your exhale, which can slow your heart rate and calm your nervous system. It can require more...
by nblackwood | Aug 13, 2019 |
This breathing technique can help steady a wandering mind while fully aerating the lungs. It can soothe the nervous system, alleviate exhaustion, and leave you feeling replenished. Inhale slowly, quietly, deeply, and steadily, keeping your mind quiet as you fill the...
by nblackwood | Jun 18, 2019 |
Physiologically, abdominal breathing is more effective than breathing shallowly into our chest, which is what many people do. Shallow breathing is a result of the stress response in the body. Additionally, in a culture that promotes a flat belly as desirable, some...
by nblackwood | Jun 18, 2019 |
After you become comfortable with abdominal breathing, try this technique where you take slow, deep breaths through your nose to sequentially fill and empty the belly, ribs, and chest. Three-Part Breath by Nicole...
by nblackwood | May 3, 2019 |
This breathing technique can help you attain better self-awareness of the body and mind. You can use it as a practice on its own, in preparation for yoga or meditation, or before Savasana (relaxation). Simply find a comfortable seat on the floor or in a chair and turn...
