The Psoas Muscle: Anatomy, Function, and How to Keep It Healthy

The Psoas Muscle: What Is It and How Can It Better Support You? The psoas (pronounced “SO-as”) is a deep core muscle that plays a vital role in connecting your upper and lower body. When people refer to “the psoas,” they usually mean the psoas major—a long, powerful muscle that runs from the sides of the lower thoracic and lumbar vertebrae (T12 to L5) through … Continue reading The Psoas Muscle: Anatomy, Function, and How to Keep It Healthy

Master Your Breathing: 3 Effective Pranayama Exercises

Do you catch yourself holding your breath? Breathing. We all do it. It’s something our bodies instinctively do without thinking about it. What’s all this fuss about mastering our breathing? Just because we breath doesn’t necessarily mean we are breathing in optimal ways for mental and physical health. Well, you are not alone. Research proves that this method is our body’s way of safeguarding our … Continue reading Master Your Breathing: 3 Effective Pranayama Exercises

Science-backed evidence: Why Yogis Approve

Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga: What’s the difference? Vinyasa Yoga is a flowing, modern style that emerged in the early 20th century in India, mainly through teachers like Tirumalai Krishnamacharya and his student Krishna Pattabhi Jois. It builds on hatha yoga by linking breath with smooth movements between poses, like a dance, to build strength and mindfulness. Hatha Yoga started in India around the 10th-11th centuries, … Continue reading Science-backed evidence: Why Yogis Approve