Roman’s Recommended Yoga Partner Pose

I want to start this week’s yoga pose with a special thank you to our yoga and fitness expert, Roman!  He consistently prepares his weekly yoga pose every weekend so that we can deliver it to our subscribers on Mondays.  Several months ago when he took a week off, I had several emails from subscribers […]

Roman’s Recommended Yoga Partner Pose

    Manic:  Another Monday and you may not feel like exercising today with such a lengthy to-do list. Managed:  Stretch and exercise with a partner to get inspired!  Our yoga expert, Roman suggests this cool yoga partner pose…   Roman says: Seated Partner Twist     Benefits: *Stretches the chest, shoulders, lower back, lungs, abdominal muscles, […]

Roman’s Recommended Yoga for Stretching Hamstrings & More

  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 Ab Muscles & More

     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

      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

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

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

     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

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!

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

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!

  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

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

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!

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 […]