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In my happy place. I feel most alive post work out, post yog..
In my happy place. I feel most alive post work out, post yoga, post being in my body. Lengthening my limbs and lubricating my joints with movement, strengthening my muscles with weight, resistance and long holds. Challenging my body and brain to work better, harder, faster, stronger.. yes, my happy place π
Scheduling time to relax is an integral part of living well...
Scheduling time to relax is an integral part of living well. Sometimes we overload our schedules with work, others, fitness, scheduling that we donβt schedule time to relax and just breathe. When we are able to have this scheduled time it allows the mental space of recalibration.
Have you checked out my newest episode on OF.TV π I teach yo..
Have you checked out my newest episode on OF.TV π I teach you all about the importance of checking your bloodpressure and show you how to properly do it! Hereβs the link below if you missed it π https://of.tv/creators/living-well-with-kate/
Single Leg Hip Lifts- One of my favorite ways to warm up the..
Single Leg Hip Lifts- One of my favorite ways to warm up the muscles which Iβm about to work hamstrings, glutes and back. Warming up target muscles is important for muscular hypertrophy as well as alignment, especially when youβre looking to go to max weight πͺπΌ
Spine strengthening, chest opener and my favorite way to wak..
Spine strengthening, chest opener and my favorite way to wake up! Start with rooting down through your feet, lifting up through your sternum to find a natural release of your shoulders and back. When you feel stable begin to reach back and press your hips forwardπ
Eagle pose, or Garudasana in sanskrit, is both a posture of ..
Eagle pose, or Garudasana in sanskrit, is both a posture of balance and strength, leading to a twist. It feels as if you are wringing out your body like a wet cloth!! The full body constriction promotes rejuvenated circulatory flow, supports the connection of muscle to bone and rids the body of toxins. Excellent way to start the day β€οΈ
Always start my day with morning squats - muscle activation ..
Always start my day with morning squats - muscle activation is very important when working on muscular hypertrophy, or building muscle size. Bands are a great addition to any squat to activate gluteus medius if you want to get that rounded π
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If you sit at a computer this posture is for you! Baddha U..
If you sit at a computer this posture is for you! Baddha Utthita Parsvakonasana or Bound Extended Side Angle Pose is an invigorating chest opener, stretch through the shoulders and strengthening along the back as well as in the inguinal region. Despite all thatβs going on in your body, the most important element is your drishti or gaze. Here's me looking at you β₯οΈ
Virabhadrasana III Warrior pose or Virabhadrasana, is a foun..
Virabhadrasana III Warrior pose or Virabhadrasana, is a foundational posture of your yoga practice. In this 3rd level variation, you transition from standing warrior to a floating stance, finding the eb and flow between balance and strength. This posture uniquely is an introductory position to teach your body how to use your bandhas or internal locks. When mastered oneβs movement becomes fluid in stability and lightness, moving through the postures as a meditation.
Happy Thanksgiving ππ¦ im thankful for every one of you! I wa..
Happy Thanksgiving ππ¦ im thankful for every one of you! I wanted to share a little fun fact about yoga! Ganda Bherundasana Did you know all yoga postures are rooted in Hindu mythology? Ganda Bherundasana or Chin Stand is a story of a 2 headed bird that is believed to possess magical powers. In this position, your body depicts its powers and strength. I like to bring my mind back to these stories while in the posture as it gives me a bigger sense of purpose in my practice. We too all possess magical po...
Ear candling π₯ The use of ear candling dates back to ancient..
Ear candling π₯ The use of ear candling dates back to ancient Greeks and Native American tribes alike. Benefits include removing excess ear wax, relieving tinnitus, lowering bloodpressure, alleviating migraines and headaches as well as improving sense of hearing and taste π Make sure itβs performed with a buddy to prevent injury as you are working with active fire
Sundays for Stretches π€ΈπΌββοΈππΌ Utilizing breath to create int..
Sundays for Stretches π€ΈπΌββοΈππΌ Utilizing breath to create intentional movements is integral to advancing a yoga practice. Itβs the little movements that count β¨
Parivrtta Surya Yantrasana Warm up and Wake Up! Parivrtta Su..
Parivrtta Surya Yantrasana Warm up and Wake Up! Parivrtta Surya Yantrasana, known as Sundial Pose, is energizing, strengthening and stretching. Be sure to warm up the hamstrings with a seated forward fold prior to attempting. It takes time to achieve the full expression so always practice within your limits. Listen to your body, and when it is ready, your breath is your tool that will slowly move you deeper and deeper in the posture.Β
Happy Sunday π hereβs s lil posture strengthening yoga pose!..
Happy Sunday π hereβs s lil posture strengthening yoga pose! Vasisthasana Where strength leads to balance, Vasisthasana Side Plank Pose. It is no easy feat to balance on the edge of one foot but when you find that place of stillness, it is rewarding. This posture, beyond the benefits for the body, strengthens the mind in refining determination. If you can find balance in Vasisthasana, think about translating the experience to find balance in your daily life.
Self Care the best care. The only way to make impactuful cha..
Self Care the best care. The only way to make impactuful change in your life is YOU
Cupping is one of the modalities of healing in my tool belt...
Cupping is one of the modalities of healing in my tool belt. Cupping provides an array of benefits such as promoting circulation, releasing scar tissue, emptying toxins from the body, improving mobility and celluar regeration. π€ΈπΌββοΈ
Urdvha Dhaurasana I always say a backbend is better than a..
Urdvha Dhaurasana I always say a backbend is better than a cup of coffee! Inverting your spine sends adrenaline through your body, opening the front line and chest cavity as well as igniting the focused mind. Start where you are and utilizing your breath, move deeper through the posture. It took me a while to get deep into my own backbend, but I enjoyed every step of the journey. Stay tuned for my OFTV talking you through a proper backbend!
A passion of mine⦠Film Photography. I love shooting black a..
A passion of mineβ¦ Film Photography. I love shooting black and white film on a manual camera and expressing my artistry through contrast, playing with light. Staying consistent with my passions helps me to live well and live happy βΊοΈ What are your passions?
Iβll take any opportunity to stretch π
Iβll take any opportunity to stretch π
Forest Bathing πβ° Forest Bathing or Shinrin-Yoku, is the ac..
Forest Bathing πβ° Forest Bathing or Shinrin-Yoku, is the act of immersing oneself in our natures atmosphere. Originated in Japanese culture, forest bathing is done by detaching from modern conveniences of society (phone and camera) and tuning oneβs senses into the present surrounding; the light of the sun coming through the leaves, the sound of the the wind rusting the branches, the smell of the fresh foliage, array of contrast and colors in flowers. This savoring of the forest is recommenced to be d...
ardha hanumanasana, or better known as the split. Stretching..
ardha hanumanasana, or better known as the split. Stretching through the hips, hamstrings and calf muscles. Helps release your pelvic floor as well as a release for the low back.
Eka Pada Uttanasana, or one legged standing pose. Rooting do..
Eka Pada Uttanasana, or one legged standing pose. Rooting down through the standing leg, extension through the hip joints. Combo of balance and strength, this pose should only be done when the spine is erect and the core is firm, utilizing the grip between your hand and feet to find the sweet extension through the floating leg. One of the primary benefits of balancing postures is to the arches of the foot and stability through the ankle joint
π§π»ββοΈ π§πΌββοΈ β₯οΈ Upavistha Konasana or wide legged forward b..
π§π»ββοΈ π§πΌββοΈ β₯οΈ Upavistha Konasana or wide legged forward bend, creates an in-depth stretch along the entire UB channel (Urinary Bladder). Creating slight rotation with the pelvis, this posture is best for stretching through the achilles ankle to the glutes, all the way through the low back and paraspinal muscles. Our pelvic cavity is also known to house traumatic memories and emotions, when held for long periods of time this posture can evoke an emotional response. One of favori...
Flexibility is π to living well and staying mobile. This i..
Flexibility is π to living well and staying mobile. This is called: Natarajasana, or King Dancer pose. A beautiful trilogy of balance, stretch and strengthening. Finding the fulcrum point in your low back between the ease and pull of your hands to feet creates this beautiful tear drop pose. Your standing leg should be engaged while having a little softness in the standing knee to prevent injury ππΌ
This is called Eka Pada Urdhva Dhanurasana, or one legged wh..
This is called Eka Pada Urdhva Dhanurasana, or one legged wheel pose. you can prep this pose by doing Dhanurasana or bow pose to warm up the spine. This deep variation should only be done when the spine and hips are warm. Stretches through the chest cavity and front line of the body. It is also an inversion, because it aids circulation the brain and extremities. Also a useful technique to flood your body with energy, better than a cup of coffee βοΈ
Vrksanana tree poseπ This pose increases leg strength and s..
Vrksanana tree poseπ This pose increases leg strength and stability as well as hip flexibility. I like to challenge myself by closing eyes. This will help challenge your balance making you more super human π
The Sarvangasana shoulder stand - It helps build core stren..
The Sarvangasana shoulder stand - It helps build core strength, along with shoulder and neck flexibility. When you hold for a long time it relaxes your parasympathetic nervous system and the aspect of inversion reverses bloodflow. Additionally, it helps to clear blockages and rejuvenate joints in legs and lumbar spine β₯οΈ
Materia Medica is my bible for all things herbs πΏ This gem o..
Materia Medica is my bible for all things herbs πΏ This gem of literature covers individual herbs actions & indications, dosage, effects on specific channels, preparation methods, origin of location and treatment with regards to ailments and symptoms. Shoot a DM and weβll see what herbs work for you π
This right here is not a cracker. Itβs a type of root used i..
This right here is not a cracker. Itβs a type of root used in Chinese medicine that works with your large intestine and stomach channels. It creates a warming effect to eradicate parasites bacteria or pathogens! Isnβt it amazing what tools nature provides us with β₯οΈ





























