Manic: When I’m not paying attention because I’m so busy, my posture tends to give in to my overloaded schedule and I slouch. Posture is something I need to work on, especially when I tell my kids to stand up straight. Guess I should set the example! Managed: Asked our yoga expert which pose […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga for Stretching Hamstrings & More
August 8, 2011 By
Manic: Been at my computer a lot lately checking schedules, school supply lists and more as we head into another busy school year. This has made my lower body feel too tight, so I need a good stretch that will also open my hips. Managed: Roman to the rescue with a pose that feels […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga Pose for Beating the Summer Heat
August 2, 2011 By
Manic: As I fill out the back-to-school calendar with a ton of dates, times and committments, the searing heat isn’t giving me th energy I need to embrace the busy back-to-school seaon! Managed: Asked Roman for a yoga pose that provides relief for tension and stress. What he recommends is very interesting, but be sure […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga Pose for Ab Muscles & More
July 25, 2011 By
Manic: After two C-sections, the abs aren’t what they used to be and I find traditional sit-ups boring and ineffective. Managed: Finding a yoga pose that not only strengthens the ab muscles, but also helps the arms, wrists and upper back, too. Plus, our yoga expert, Roman is back, so here is what he […]
Roman’s Recommended Pose for Abs, Improved Digestion & More
June 27, 2011 By
Manic: Want to exercise my abs without doing 100 crunches that hurt my neck. Managed: Roman gave me a great yoga pose that strengthens the abdomen, hip flexors, and spine. Plus this cool pose improves digestion and so much more. Read on, get in position with me and feel your abs getting stronger with […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga For Back, Hip Pain Relief & More
June 19, 2011 By
Manic: I have attended lots of special events in the last few weeks like graduations, anniversary parties and more, so I’ve been wearing high heels more than usual, which has resulted in back and hip pain from those unforgiving shoes. Managed: Roman’s recommended yoga pose of the week, which not only relieves back and hip […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga for Toning Ab Organs & More
June 13, 2011 By
Happy Monday! Roman helps us welcome the week with a great pose that tones the abs from the inside out, relieves mild back pain and more. Read on and stretch with us for good health and a peaceful mind. Roman says: Wide-Legged Forward Bend, also called the Prasarita Padottanasana Benefits: *Strengthens and stretches the […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga for Digestion, Shoulders and More
June 6, 2011 By
Manic: Always looking for ways to improve digestion, so I eat too much fiber at once and my body has to adjust. Managed: Roman’s suggested yoga pose for improved digestion, in addition to the right foods, that the body can adjust to in a slow and calm manner. This pose also has many other […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga for Menstrual & Menopause Relief
May 30, 2011 By
Manic: I have over-committed myself again to several different volunteer projects, which I love doing, but has resulted in too much time in front of the computer and not enough time to move my body! Managed: Remembered that today is Roman’s weekly yoga post (yipee), so after I share this on our site, I’m going to […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga for Back, Hip Opener & More!
May 23, 2011 By
Manic: Like most of us, I occasionally get lower back pain and when I first tried running (my hats are off to you runners out there), my hips hurt. Managed: Asked our yoga expert how to stretch for help with these areas. Not only does he have a great pose for this, but read on […]
Roman’s Recommended Yoga Pose for Beautiful Breathing & More
May 4, 2011 By
Manic: My rushed schedule, so I forget to take time out to properly breathe and stretch. Managed: Asked yoga instructor Roman Acevedo to join my website team with a weekly pose that I can do at home. Join me and do it, too! Roman decided to kick-off his first post with the very comforting Childs […]
Remember Who The Boss Is When Hiking: The Mountain!
April 21, 2011 By
Manic: I used to try (emphasis on “try”) coming down my mountain hike quickly. I only had to fall once to know not to try that again! That happened about 6 months ago. Managed: Yesterday I came down slowly and let lots of folks pass me by and you won’t believe what happened next! I saw […]
The Get Things Moving Smoothly Smoothie
April 20, 2011 By
Manic: I get so busy running kids around town, that I forget to eat enough fiber to keep things moving…if you know what I mean! Managed: Discussing this with another manic managed mom, who told me about a magical smoothie that keeps your metabolism moving smoothly. I’m all for that, so I gave this […]
All About Allergy Drops
March 23, 2011 By
Manic: Sneezing my way through the day because I didn’t take the time to deal with my seasonal allergies. Managed: Finally got tested and started on allergy drops. For my testing and treatment, I went to Valley ENT (www.azvent.com). If you read my post from a few days ago called All About Allergy Skin Testing […]
Want To Be Healthier? Watch What Your Pets Do!
March 12, 2011 By
Before I share my fun pet pics and good health tips, I want to first send out prayers to all of the victims and to the survivors suffering after Japan’s massive earthquake and Tsunami. This morning I said a prayer and then I made a donation to the Red Cross (www.redcross.org). On weekends, I post […]
