Monday, April 28, 2014

Yoga: Plow Pose

Here is what we call the PLOW pose! This pose has many benefits:

  • Strengthens and opens up the neck, shoulders, abs and back muscles
  • Stimulates Thyroid gland
  • Strengthens the immune system
  • Calms the nervous system
  • Reduces stress and fatigue



Thursday, April 17, 2014

Hamstring Stretch

This Stretch I Like To Do For:   HAMSTRING



  • Get in lunge position
  • Start with left foot on floor, resting on right shin
  • Place hands on left knee
  • Slowly push left knee forward 
  • Hold for 15-20 secs and alternate with opposite leg

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Lying Hip Adduction

Primary Muscle Being Worked:   ADDUCTOR (longus, brevis & magnus)



  • Lie on your right side
  • Place left foot in front of right knee
  • Rest on right elbow directly below right shoulder
  • Tighten abdominal area and raise right leg up
  • Repeat for desired amount of times and alternate to left side


Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Single Leg Butt Kicks

Primary Muscle Being Worked:      QUADRICEP 
Secondary Muscle Being Worked:  HAMSTRING, CALF



  • Stand up straight with right leg partially bent
  • Raise left leg and bend knee
  • With right leg, bend at hip, knee, and ankle
  • Quickly jump up extending hip, knee, and ankle
  • Immediately bend right knee to touch your right heel to your right buttock
  • Return right leg to starting position
  • Alternate sides