Category Archives: Yoga

Overextended

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Lisa Jamison

While teaching Yin Yoga for Athletes at Yogani last evening, a woman said “I’m supposed to be in three places right now!” I replied, “You’re only supposed to be in one place.” “No,” she countered, “I’m supposed to be here, at another … Continue reading →

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More about shoulders

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Lisa Jamison

Keeping the main thing the main thing:  a little exercise, done regularly and properly, goes a long way. Take Scapular Push-Ups.  Once you get the alingment right (the same line as when you’re standing, shoulders in the proper place) it’s time … Continue reading →

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Please help me I’m faaaaaalling…

Posted on October 5, 2010 by Lisa Jamison

Keeping the main thing the main thing:  balance is a learned skill.  If you don’t practice it, you won’t have it.  You’re not going to lose it all just because you’re getting old.  You’re going to (seemingly) lose it if … Continue reading →

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“Damn those hamstrings!”

Posted on October 27, 2009 by Lisa Jamison

Yeah, a few of you have said that to me recently.  And a few of you have been on the table (or floor or pool deck or side of road) and I’ve said “Gee, it would be great if you … Continue reading →

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