Every Fourth of July, I reflect on my parents, who immigrated from the former Soviet Union to the U.S. while my mother was pregnant with me. If not for their sacrifices and hardships, I would not have had the opportunities and experiences afforded to me in America. I am thankful to them and to this country. Continue reading This Fourth of July Cultivate Gratitude
Whether or not women should practice yoga while menstruating is a highly debated topic in the yoga community, but I believe that if you need it, then do it. . So I always say just listen to what your body needs, even if it’s just a few breaths in a forward fold to help massage the stomach and aid the natural flow. Continue reading 6 Yoga Poses to Help with Your Period Cramps (and 2 to Avoid)
Between the coronavirus pandemic and every other disaster that has hit the world this past year, 2020 has been anything but calm and relaxing. As a result many people’s (namely my) quality of sleep has suffered. So if you are … Continue reading 7 Pillow-Supported Yoga Poses to Inspire Calm Before Bed
Most people think backbends are all about flexibility. Well I am here to tell you that is simply not true. Backbends require strength, balance, and confidence. And like all yoga poses, you get out of them what you put into … Continue reading How to Achieve Strong & Sexy Backbends
I was 22 years old when I finally took the plunge and registered for my first yoga teacher training program—a 200-hour training with Kindness Yoga. Every weekend (Friday–Sunday) for four months, all I did was practice yoga asanas and study … Continue reading What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Yoga Teacher Training
With recent shelter-in-place regulations being put into effect in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, attending in-person yoga classes is no longer an option. However, it is during these uneasy times that practicing yoga and meditation to release … Continue reading 4 Everyday Hip-Openers to Try at Home
I have been a yoga teacher for nearly three years now and I have noticed a few common misconceptions about yoga teachers. So I decided it’s … Continue reading 3 Common Misconceptions about Yoga Teachers
In Russian culture January 14 is the “old” new year or Старый Новый год (stary novy god). The days between the “new” New Year (January 1) and the “old” New Year (January 14) are a time to celebrate the upcoming … Continue reading What is Yoga Nidra and Why it Should be on Your New Year’s Resolution List
Some people think that if they can’t do a handstand, they failed at yoga somehow. I am here to say that is just not true. Yoga … Continue reading How I Fell in Love with Handstands
Today, June 21, 2019, we celebrate the summer solstice—the longest day of the year. For the past few years, June 21 has marked another important day: … Continue reading Five Ways to Take Your Yoga Practice Outside This Summer
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