Depression is a dark cloud in the lives of millions of people. Yoga is a group of ancient Indian practices that includes physical posture, mantra recitation, specific breathing techniques and discipline to effect changes in the body and mind. So what’s the connection?

Stress and anxiety grip millions of people. It controls what they do, how they do it, and it makes them tired and sick. Breathing exercises help condition the mind and body to reduce stress and anxiety. They work by taking your thoughts and worries in the mind and redirecting them.

You’ve probably seen someone laid up in a hospital bed with their legs being pulled in all directions as if hooked up to some sort of medieval torture device. Erase that from your mind. This traction exercise is not so scary, and can gently help your lower back feel great…

Stuck in a cycle of sleeplessness and fatigue? It’s a frustrating feeling being tired all day but not being able to unwind once you hit the pillow at night. But there is a simple daily practice that could help you get better quality sleep and feel more rested…

There are many things that could cause shoulder pain, but repetitive actions take the cake. These actions cause our shoulders to rotate inward, our heads to lean forward and our chest muscles to tighten. In response, our shoulder and neck muscles contract. Get some relief this way…

How can you get the most from exercise? That’s a question a lot of people ask, especially since we’re all so strapped for time. Is running the best? Strength training? Yoga? What will really help you shed fat, build muscle, lower your blood sugar and live your best life? Well, the truth is…

Stiffness can make getting up from a chair seem difficult. Even basic yoga can be difficult, though it’s one of the best ways to stretch your body and keep it functioning well. Until you feel like you’re able, try these simple exercises that almost anyone should be able to do…

You hear a lot about “a strong core” these days. But it’s not just a buzz phrase… your core muscles are those central to your body. Glutes are considered minor core muscles — but they have a major job. Just ask your lower back, hips and legs…

Being self-motivated is difficult at times, but there’s a fun way around it… Getting a fitness buddy is a great way to both get and stay motivated, and have someone to keep you on track and help you work out. Grab a friend and try this strengthening stretch…

Just about anything worth achieving requires a plan. So, why then, do our best laid plans — like a weight loss or fitness goal — often blow up, leaving us disappointed and wondering what happened? Sometimes we have to look deeper, and an open mind helps…

Your mind is a powerful tool. When you are able to master it, not only can you experience deeper levels of awareness, but also healing of the body. Get started by integrating your mind and body with exercises that also strengthen and improve balance.

If you want to get more fit with less work, I’ve got a workout for you… People who do it have better blood pressure and cholesterol, along with less arterial stiffness, all of which are risk factors for heart disease. Joint problems? Not a problem…