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― Roald Dahl, The BFG
5 Yoga Lessons From a VW Van Named Roxie
Roxie and I shared only a few passionate weeks together. But during our wild rides, that aging, but sexy, VW van taught me many important yoga lessons that I’ll never forget. Our first meeting was unexpected. The owner of a yoga studio near where I was staying...
Understanding Male Menopause
Testosterone levels in men gradually decline starting around age 30. Low testosterone, however, does not mean that you have male menopause.
If Showing Up For Yoga Class Is Difficult, Stay Home
I spend a lot of time encouraging my yoga students to develop a home yoga practice. In my eyes, this is the eventual goal of all yoga -- to move beyond the group aerobic class and connect to your own mind and body. If you think showing up at a yoga class once a week...
OCTRI Awarded Additional $40 Million to Support Medical Research
The Oregon Clinical and Translational Research Institute (OCTRI) received $40 million from the federal government to continue supporting laboratory and medical research at OHSU and other Oregon institutions. “This award is an essential component of OHSU’s research...
Five Ways to Develop a Personal Yoga Practice
In a previous post, we looked at the benefits of having a personal yoga practice. Here are 5 ways to start developing your own practice today. Find a yoga teacher The fastest way to a personal yoga practice is with the guidance of a yoga teacher. He can work with you...
Stop Telling Me What To Do: Personal Yoga Practice
Learn the secret that yoga teachers don’t want you to know, and set your practice free. Would you do any of the following? Play your guitar only when your teacher is directing you. Balance your checkbook only in math class. Go jogging only with your running coach. Do...